Nicanor
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Victorious Army
- Origin
- Spanish
Nicanor Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 787 baby boys have been named Nicanor. The name peaked in 1982 with 20 US births that year (rank #2489).
Top States for Nicanor
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Nicanor births are: Texas (63), California (49).
Other Spanish-Origin Names Like Nicanor
If you like Nicanor's Spanish origin, consider these related names: Abran, Abril, Adana, Adelita, Adella. Browse all Spanish names →
7-Letter Names Starting with N
Names with Nicanor's exact length and starting letter: Nabihah, Nabilah, Nabirye, Nachman, Nachton.
Quick Facts About Nicanor
Famous People Named Nicanor
1 notable figure from history and culture who share the name Nicanor.
- Nicanor Duarte was the President of Paraguay from 2003 to 2008.
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Compare Nicanor to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Nicanor against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).