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Nikitas Surname Meaning

The name Greek is derived from the personal name Nikitas, which has its roots in classical Greek Nikētas, a derivative of nikān, meaning 'to conquer'. This name gained popularity among early Christians as it symbolized Christ's victory over death.

Throughout history, Nikitas has been borne by several saints, including a 4th-century converted Ostrogoth and a 5th-century missionary to Dacia. These figures contributed to the name’s prominence in early Christian circles.

Both saints mentioned have a more active cult in the Orthodox Church compared to the Roman Catholic Church, highlighting the name's significance in Eastern Christian traditions.

Additionally, Nikitas may serve as a shortened form of various patronymics derived from the same personal name, exemplified by variations such as Nikitakis.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Nikitas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nikitas family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Nikitas families living in Massachusetts. This was about 29% of all the recorded Nikitas's in USA. Massachusetts had the highest population of Nikitas families in 1920.
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What did your Nikitas ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Proprietor and Spinner were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Nikitas. 67% of Nikitas men worked as a Proprietor and 25% of Nikitas women worked as a Spinner. Some less common occupations for Americans named Nikitas were Laborer and Cashier.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Proprietor
    67%
  • Laborer
    34%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Spinner
    25%
  • Retail Clerk
    25%
  • Sewing Machine
    17%
  • Cashier
    17%

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Census Records

There are 297 census records available for the last name Nikitas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nikitas census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 349 immigration records available for the last name Nikitas. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 133 military records available for the last name Nikitas. For the veterans among your Nikitas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nikitas lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2004, in the United States, Nikitas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Nikitas in 1962 was 70, and 71 in 2004.

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