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Gender Masculine
Scripts Νικάνωρ(Ancient Greek)
Pronounced Pron. nee-ka-NOR(Spanish)

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.