Nik

English, diminutive of Nicholas and Dominick

"people of victory"

Nik Origin and Meaning

The name Nik is a boy's name.

Nik is a short, masculine name that serves as a diminutive form of Nicholas or Nikolas, which derive from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.' This concise variant maintains the strength of its longer counterparts while offering a more modern, streamlined appeal. Popular in Eastern European countries and increasingly used internationally, Nik provides a contemporary alternative that's easy to pronounce and spell across cultures. The name conveys a sense of reliability and straightforwardness while maintaining a friendly, approachable quality. In recent years, Nik has gained popularity as parents increasingly seek shorter names that work well in our fast-paced, global society.

Popularity of the name Nik

• 2 Slovenia 2023

Famous People Named Nik

• Nikolas "Nik" Wallenda American acrobat; walked across Niagara falls in 25 minutes on a tightrope.

The name Nik in Pop Culture

• Niklas "Nik" Malikov character from The Illuminae Files by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff
• Niklaus “Nik/Klaus” Mikaelson character from The Vampire Diaries and The Originals