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Nicola

Meaning

The Italian form of Nicolás (Nicholas). Of Greek origin, meaning "victory of the people".

Traits and personality

Under Pythagorean numerology, the initials E, N and W map to the number 5: an adventurous, curious spirit — adaptable, with a strong love of freedom. This is a numerology reading, not an exact science — character is shaped by life, not by a name.

Initial
N
Syllables
3

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