Nike

NY-ke
Greek
"victory"

Nike Origin and Meaning

The name Nike is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "victory".

The goddess and personification of victory in Greek mythology – sister to strength, force, and zeal – could make a powerful namesake for a daughter. The goddess would fly a chariot across battlefields rewarding the victors with laurel garlands. Though Nike would make a more unique alternative to her much more popular Roman counterpart, Victoria, be warned that many people’s first association will be the sportswear brand.

Nike Popularity

Famous People Named Nike

  • Nike Arrighi1960's and '70's actress, star of The Devil Rides Out and other campy art,house favorites.

Nike in Pop Culture

  • NikeGreek goddess of victory
  • Nike Remercierprotagonist of Soredemo Sekai wa Utsukushii
  • Nikeathletic clothing brand
  • Nikecharacter in Suzanne Collins' "Underland Chronicles"