Nicanor
Meaning of Nicanor
Nicanor is a masculine name with Spanish origins. It is pronounced as nee-KAH-nor (/ni.ka.ˈnor/). The name Nicanor has variations, with one popular alternative being Nico. In the United States, Nicanor has been given to newborn boys in recent years, although the popularity of the name has fluctuated over time. Nicanor carries rich historical and cultural associations, particularly through its ancient Greek roots. In Greek mythology, Nicanor was a figure associated with victory and triumph. This powerful connotation makes Nicanor an intriguing choice for parents seeking a strong and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as nee-KAH-nor (/ni.ka.ˈnor/)
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Notable People Named Nicanor
| Nicanor Perlas - Nicanor Jesús "Nick/Nicky" Pineda Perlas III is a Filipino activist and recipient of the Right Livelihood Award in 2003. |
| Nicanor Abelardo - Nicanor Santa Ana Abelardo was a renowned Filipino composer famous for his pre-World War II kundiman songs. |
| Nicanor Segundo Parra Sandoval, a Chilean poet and physicist, was known as an influential figure in 20th-century Spanish language poetry and often compared to Pablo Neruda for his "anti-poetry" style. |
| Nicanor Bolet Peraza was a Venezuelan writer and politician. |
| Nicanor Tiongson - Nicanor G. Tiongson is a prominent Filipino critic, creative writer, and academic known for his contributions to Philippine studies and film, and as a founding member of the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino. |
| Nicanor Zabaleta was a renowned Spanish harpist. |
| Nicanor Reyes Sr. - Nicanor "Nick" Baptista Reyes Sr. was a Filipino educator known for founding and serving as the first president of Far Eastern University in Manila, Philippines. |
| Nicanor de Guzman Jr. was a Filipino politician and former member of the House of Representatives for Nueva Ecija's fourth district. |
