Nicolasa is of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin 'Nicolaus', which means 'victory of the people'. It is a female variant of the masculine name Nicholas. The name Nicolasa has a rich history and cultural significance in Spain, where it has been used for centuries. It was particularly popular during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods. Today, Nicolasa remains a beloved name in Spanish-speaking communities around the world.
The name Nicolasa experienced notable fluctuations in popularity over the years. From 1891 to 1934, there were periods of consistency with a few years having more than one birth recorded (e.g., 5 births in both 1891 and 1893), but generally, these early years saw low numbers ranging from 5 to 24 births annually. The decade between 1935 and 1944 showed a decline, with the highest number of births being just 13 in 1944.
There was a resurgence in popularity between 1947 and 1986, with several years seeing more than 10 births annually. The peak occurred in 1976 with 17 births. However, from 1987 onwards, the name's popularity began to wane once again, with most years having fewer than 15 births and some as low as 5 or 6.
Overall, despite fluctuations, Nicolasa has been given to at least one child in every year since 1891 up until at least 2016, totaling 1127 births over this period.