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Nikolay
Nikolay Pronunciation
Nikolay is pronounced nih-koh-LY /ˌnɪ.koʊˈlaɪ/Medium
Meaning: Russian form of Nicholas — from Greek nike, 'victory', plus laos, 'people' — 'victory of the people'Medium
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History & Origin
Nikolay is the Russian form of Nicholas — from Greek nike, 'victory', plus laos, 'people' — 'victory of the people' (St Nicholas). A stately, classic name across Russia (Tsar Nikolay II; writers Gogol and Nekrasov); nickname Kolya.
In the U.S. it appears in Russian families. Rare, victory-of-the-people at the root, and stately.
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How do you pronounce Nikolay?
Nikolay is pronounced nih-koh-LY (/ˌnɪ.koʊˈlaɪ/). Press play above to hear Nikolay said aloud.
How do you say Nikolay?
Nikolay is said nih-koh-LY (/ˌnɪ.koʊˈlaɪ/). Press play above to hear Nikolay said aloud.
What does the name Nikolay mean?
Nikolay is the Russian Nicholas — Greek 'victory of the people'.
Is Nikolay a boy or girl name?
Nikolay is a boy's name.
How popular is Nikolay?
Nikolay is a rare name in the U.S.