Nick

Nick is an English and Dutch short form of Nicholas, which derives from the Greek name Nikolaos, composed of the elements nike, meaning victory, and laos, meaning people. The name has long been in common use as an independent given name, not merely a nickname, particularly in English-speaking and Dutch-speaking countries. Saint Nicholas, the fourth-century bishop of Myra whose legendary generosity inspired the figure of Santa Claus, helped establish the name's wide popularity throughout the Christian world. Related forms include Nico, Nicky, Nikolaas, and Nicolas.