Origin and Meaning of Mikolai

Victory of the people

Origin: Polish - Mikolai is a variant of the name Nicholas, which originates from the Greek name Nikolaos, derived from 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'laos' meaning 'people'.

• Mikolai is commonly used in Polish-speaking countries and is often associated with Saint Nicholas, who is celebrated for his generosity and became the inspiration for Santa Claus.
• Variations of the name can be found in many cultures, including Nikola (Bulgarian), Nicola (Italian), and Nicholas (English).
• Notable bearers of the name include Mikolai Kopernik (Nicolaus Copernicus), the Renaissance astronomer who formulated a model of the universe that placed the Sun at the center instead of the Earth.
• In Poland, Mikolai places highly in popularity rankings for boys' names, especially during the winter season when names associated with Saint Nicholas are favored.
• Related names include Mikołaj (the standard Polish form), as well as feminine variations like Nikolai (a feminine form seen in some cultures) and other diminutive forms like Miki.