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Nicholas Family History

Nicholas Genealogy & Family Tree

Nicholas is an English name from Cornwall, England, where the family held a seat. It comes from the Greek given name which means "people's victory." The earliest known ancestor--Waleram Nicholai--was recorded in 1198. Roots for this name can also be found in Germany. The family motto is En bon espoir which means "In good hope."

Other spellings include "Nicolas," "Nicholls," "Nicholl," and "Nichol." Notable people with the surname include American actor Thomas Ian Nicholas (American Pie, American Reunion, American Wedding), British cricketer Fred Nicholas (Essex County Cricket Club), and German musician Nick St. Nicholas (Steppensolf). The first Nicholas to come to America was Austin Nicholas in Massachusetts in 1621.

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Nicholas Birth Records
  • Name Birth Date Death Date Location
  • Audley Nicholas -- --, 1289 December 9, 1316
  • Julia Nicholas -- --, 1845 March 12, 1902 Michigan
  • Elizabeth Nicholas -- --, 1415 December 0, 1468
  • Ester Lucille (Edward) Nicholas -- --, 1911 October 0, 1911 Oklahoma
  • Elizabeth Nicholas -- --, 1550 March 28, 1588
Nicholas Death Records
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