BoySpanish origin

Nicanor: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Victorious man, a name that celebrates triumph and resolve.

Origin
Spanish
Syllables
3
Current rank
#11454
Peak
#2280 in 1954

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1913: #312119131920: #476719201950: #404519501960: #239219601970: #411219701980: #355219801990: #780919902000: #580720002005: #579120052010: #940720102015: #1167520152020: #114542020#1#11675

What Nicanor Means

Nicanor is a boy name of Spanish origin. Victorious man, a name that celebrates triumph and resolve.

How Popular Nicanor Is

Nicanor currently ranks #11454 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2280 in 1954. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Nicanor

  • Nicanor is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Nicanor is a name from the Spanish-speaking world.
  • It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.

Names Like Nicanor

Other Spanish names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Nicanor

Spanish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Nicanor.

Questions About Nicanor

What does Nicanor mean?

Nicanor is a boy name of Spanish origin. Victorious man, a name that celebrates triumph and resolve.

How popular is Nicanor?

Nicanor currently ranks #11454 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2280 in 1954. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Nicanor come from?

Nicanor comes from Spanish roots. Nicanor is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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