Nicanor

Gender Masculine
Usage Ancient Greek (Latinized), Biblical, Biblical Latin, Spanish
Scripts Νικάνωρ(Ancient Greek)
Pronounced Pron. nee-ka-NOR(Spanish)  [key·IPA]

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

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

Popularity

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