Nikos
BoyGreek
Nikos is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Victory of the people".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Greek
Popularity
74 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Victory of the people
Etymology
Nikos is a Greek given name. It originates from Greek Nikolaos, which means "victory of the people". Although used as a proper first name, Nikos is also a popular nickname of the original Nikolaos (Greek) or Nicholas (English).
Famous People Named Nikos
- Nikos Kazantzakis — Greek writer, poet and philosopher (1883-1957)
- Nikos Anastasiades — Cypriot politician, 7th President of the Republic of Cyprus (2013–2023)
- Nikos Liberopoulos — Greek footballer
- Nikos Galis — Greek professional basketball player
- Nikos Machlas — Greek footballer
Frequently Asked Questions About Nikos
What does the name Nikos mean?
Nikos means "Victory of the people", and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of the name Nikos?
Nikos originates from Greek.
Is Nikos a boy or girl name?
Nikos is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Nikos?
Yes — notable people named Nikos include Nikos Kazantzakis (Greek writer, 1883-1957), Nikos Anastasiades (Cypriot politician, 2013–2023), Nikos Liberopoulos (Greek footballer), Nikos Galis (Greek professional basketball player) and Nikos Machlas (Greek footballer).
Last updated: June 2026