Gender Masculine
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.

Related Names

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

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Name Days

Romania: July 28
Spain: January 10

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Entry updated May 29, 2020