Nicholous is of Greek origin, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means "victory of the people." It is a variant spelling of Nicholas and has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages. Notable figures with this name include Saint Nicholous, also known as Santa Claus in popular culture, who was famous for his generosity and kindness towards children. The name Nicholous has been associated with these positive attributes throughout history.
The name Nicholous saw a peak in popularity during the late 70s and early 80s with over 9 births recorded each year from 1978 to 1983. However, this popularity declined notably after 1984, with fewer than 8 births per year until the name's appearance discontinued entirely after 1999, according to these statistics.