Surname Niklausen - Meaning and Origin

Niklausen: What does the surname Niklausen mean?

The surname Niklausen is a patronymic surname derived from the personal name "Niklaus", which is a German form of the name Nicholas. The suffix "-sen" was commonly added to the end of a personal name to denote a son of, or a descendant of the father who bore the same name. Therefore, the surname Niklausen usually indicates that the family is descended from a man named Niklaus.

The name Niklaus is found in many countries, including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Netherlands, Scandinavia, the United Kingdom, France, and even the United States, and has evolved from many spellings. Despite its German origin, the name is significant in many other cultures throughout the world, thanks to the prominence of Saint Nicholas - the saint of kindness and generosity - in Christianity. Popular variants include the Czech Nikolaj and the Spanish Nicola.

The meaning of the name Niklaus has been interpreted as 'victor of the people'. This can be attributed to its Latin origin, 'victoriosus', which means 'prevailer' or 'victor'. Thus, the surname Niklausen over time has developed a symbolism and meaning associated with one who has strong powers of spirit and determination. It has also been used as a surname for children born on December 6th - the day dedicated to St. Nicholas.

Niklausen: Where does the name Niklausen come from?

The last name Niklausen is relatively uncommon today, but it is most commonly found in Scandinavia. In particular, it is seen in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. It is also present in Germany and Austria, which were former regions of the Nordic countries. Research suggests that it is more common in Denmark than in Sweden and Norway.

The name ‘Niklausen’ is thought to originate from the Old Norse ‘Nicolai’, which is derived from the Greek ‘Nikolaos’, meaning victory of the people. It is assumed that the Mediterranean version of the name was brought into Scandinavia by the Migration Period, when there was much interchange of people and cultures across Europe.

In modern times, the Niklausen surname is often Anglicised into the more familiar ‘Nicholson’. This is in fact the most common spelling for the surname in the United Kingdom, and it is also seen in parts of the United States.

Overall, today ‘Niklausen’ is modestly present around the world, and it is most often seen in the original Scandinavian countries and those of their diasporas.

Variations of the surname Niklausen

The surname Niklausen can be found in both Denmark and Germany and is derived from the Scandinavian personal name Nikolaus that is a form of Nicholas. The variants, spellings and surnames of the same origin for Niklausen include:

Nicolausen: This is the most common variant of Niklausen and is often seen in both Denmark and Germany.

Nicolai: This is another variant of the surname Niklausen. It is most often seen in Scandinavia.

Nikelsen: This is a variant of Niklausen that is mostly seen in Scandinavia as well.

Nykolaisen: This is the Danish spelling of the surname and is the most common variant of Niklausen in Denmark.

Nyklaisen: This is a variant of the surname Niklausen, seen mostly in Scandinavian countries.

Nyklassen: This is a variant of Niklausen that is seen mostly in Germany.

Niclaasen: This is a variant of Niklausen that is seen mainly in the Netherlands.

Nyholsen: This is a variant of the surname Niklausen seen mostly in the Scandinavian countries.

Nyklausen: This is an alternate spelling of the surname, seen mainly in Scandinavia and Germany.

Nycliessen: This is a variant of the surname Niklausen seen mostly in Denmark.

Nicoloses: This is an alternate spelling of the Danish variant of the surname Niklausen.

Nyklausen-Christensen: This is a double barreled surname, combining the surnames Niklausen and Christensen and is seen mainly in Denmark.

Famous people with the name Niklausen

• Nicklaus Nielsen, Danish journalist and radio host
• Stephen Niklausen, Canadian ice hockey player
• Kalle Niklausen, Norwegian former professional footballer
• Roar Niklausen, FIS Nordic Combined Continental Cup skier
• Tom Niklausen, Norwegian former professional footballer
• Mia Coleman-Niklausen, American professional basketball player
• Deerika Niklausen, Danish professional ice hockey player
• Tina Niklausen, German singer, songwriter and music producer
• Rene Niklausen, Danish artist, musician and poet
• Peter Niklausen, Norwegian politician
• Bobby Canon Niklausen, American television series director
• Annette Niklausen, Danish floorball coach and referee
• Jens Alex Niklausen, Danish music producer
• Lars Bo Niklausen, Danish composer and musician
• Jessica Niklausen, Danish visual artist
• Seth Niklausen, American former professional basketball player
• Lars Niklausen, Danish rower
• Trine Niklausen, Norwegian children's author
• Rasmus Niklausen, Danish professional footballer
• Bo Niklausen, Danish former ice hockey player

Other surnames

Niklaus