| Meaning | victory of the people, people's victory |
| Origin | German, Greek, Scandinavian |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Nik-laus |
Niklaus, a captivating and timeless name of German and Scandinavian origin, carries a meaning that resonates with victory and triumph. It is a variant of the ever-popular name Nicholas, originating from the Greek "Nikolaos," which translates to "victory of the people." The name Niklaus exudes strength and confidence, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name with a powerful significance.
With variations like Klaus, Nikolai, and Nikolas, the name offers versatility while retaining its strong essence. It has also inspired numerous famous personalities across different fields, from Swiss computer scientists and artists to fictional characters in popular TV shows and books.
Parents considering the name Niklaus for their baby boy will find themselves embracing a name that symbolizes the collective triumph of the people, instilling a sense of determination and achievement in their son as he embarks on life's journey.
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| Niklaus Wirth | Swiss computer scientist and creator of the Pascal programming language |
| Niklaus Gerber | Swiss Olympic cyclist |
| Niklaus Troxler | Swiss graphic designer and jazz festival organizer |
| Niklaus Manuel | Swiss artist and writer from the Renaissance period |
| Niklaus-Samuel Gugger | Swiss inventor and engineer |
| Niklaus Scherr | Swiss sculptor and painter |
| Niklaus Leuenberger | Swiss footballer |
| Niklaus-Samuel Gut | Swiss politician and Member of Parliament |
| Niklaus Meienberg | Swiss journalist and writer |
| Niklaus Riggenbach | Swiss locomotive designer |
| Niklaus von Hohenberg | Austrian prince and diplomat |
| Niklaus Pevsner | Art historian and scholar of Russian origin |
| Niklaus Röthlisberger | Swiss ice hockey player |
| Niklaus Senn | Swiss bobsledder |
| Niklaus Stoeckli | Swiss cross-country skier |
| Niklaus Brantschen | Swiss Jesuit priest and spiritual writer |
| Niklaus Konrad von Bachmann | Swiss military officer |
| Niklaus Edmund Wirt | American politician and businessman |
| Niklaus Steiner | Swiss alpine skier |
| Niklaus Mikaelson | "The Originals" TV series character |
| Niklaus "Klaus" Goldstein | A character from the visual novel "Be My Princess" |
| Niklaus "Nicky" Clark | Character from the TV series "Orange Is the New Black" |
| Niklaus "Niki" Lauda | Character from the movie "Rush" - portrayed by Daniel Brühl |
| Niklaus Kozak | Character from the video game "Ace Combat 5 - The Unsung War" |
| Niklaus "Nik" Harper | Character from the TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Niklaus "Klaus" Von Hertzon | Character from the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |
| Niklaus "Nik" Stahl | Character from the TV series "Banshee" |
| Niklaus "Nik" Baker | Character from the video game "Dead or Alive" |
| Niklaus "Klaas" Dijkstra | Character from the book "The Flood" by David Maine |
| Niklaus Tschickardt | Character from the anime "Darker Than Black" |
| Niklausse | Character from the opera "The Tales of Hoffmann" by Offenbach |
| Niklaus Melder | Character from the book "The Lost World" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
| Niklaus "Klaus" Anderson | Character from the TV series "The Originals - The Rise" |
| Niklaus Eiselen | Character from the movie "Escape from Pretoria" |
| Niklaus "Klaas" Swart | Character from the book "Rogue Male" by Geoffrey Household |
| Niklaus Peterson | Character from the TV series "Beauty and the Beast" |
| Niklaus Gamlen | Character from the video game "Dragon Age II" |
| Niklaus "Nik" Lloyd | Character from the TV series "Persons Unknown" |
| Niklaus "Klaus" Benedek | Character from the TV series "The Scorpion" |