Nicanor

Gender Masculine
Usage Ancient Greek (Latinized), Biblical, Biblical Latin, Spanish
Scripts Νικάνωρ(Ancient Greek)
Pronounced Pron. /ni.ka.ˈnor/(Spanish)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From the Greek name Νικάνωρ (Nikanor), which was derived from νίκη (nike) meaning "victory" and ἀνήρ (aner) meaning "man". This name was borne by several notable officers from ancient Macedon. It is also mentioned in the New Testament as belonging to one of the original seven deacons of the church, considered a saint.

Related Names

Rootsnike + aner
VariantsNikandros, Nikanor(Ancient Greek)
Other Languages & CulturesNikanor(Biblical Greek) Nikandr, Nikanor(Russian) Nikandr(Ukrainian)

Popularity

People think this name is

classic   formal   upper class   wholesome   strong   strange   complex   serious  

Name Days

Romania: July 28
Spain: January 10

Categories

Catholic saints, history, Latinizations, Orthodox saints, saints, success, victory, virtues, warriors
Entry updated June 9, 2023