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Nikita

Nikita (name) means a given name of Greek origin meaning "victory," used as a masculine name in Russia and as a feminine name in the West. Example: “Nikita Khrushchev led the Soviet Union during the Cold War.”

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A given name of Greek origin meaning "victory," used as a masculine name in Russia and as a feminine name in the West.

"Nikita Khrushchev led the Soviet Union during the Cold War."

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Etymology

From the Russian Ники́та (Nikíta), a male given name, from Ancient Greek Νικήτας (Nikḗtas, “conqueror”) also a male given name (and name of various saints). The Greek word derives from νῑ́κη (nī́kē, “victory”). Made known in the West by Nikita Khrushchev, Soviet Union leader in 1953–1964. It was reanalyzed as a form of Nicholas and taken up as a girls' name first in French and then in English.

Origin: Ancient Greek

Rhymes for Nikita

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Nikita” mean?

The word “Nikita” means a given name of Greek origin meaning "victory," used as a masculine name in Russia and as a feminine name in the West.

How do you use “Nikita” in a sentence?

Here is “Nikita” used in a sentence: “Nikita Khrushchev led the Soviet Union during the Cold War.”

What part of speech is “Nikita”?

“Nikita” is a name.

Is “Nikita” a common word?

“Nikita” is an uncommon word in modern English.