Niccolo

Meaning of Niccolo

The name Niccolo dances off the tongue with an easy Italian lilt (nee-KOH-loh) and carries the warm glow of its Greek ancestor, Nikolaos, meaning “victory of the people.” Steeped in Latin flair, it evokes cobblestone streets, Renaissance salons, and the daring spirit of thinkers like Machiavelli—yet it remains down-to-earth and approachable. In the United States it’s still a rare gem—45 little Niccolos rang home in 2024—but its popularity has been steadily rising, a quiet crescendo of confidence. Simple, yet resonant, Niccolo feels like sunshine breaking through clouds: a name poised to inspire every little leader it adorns.