Niels

Niels is a common male name in the Scandinavian region, particularly in Denmark and Norway. It is a derivative of the Greek name Nicholas, which means "victory of the people". The name has been borne by several notable individuals throughout history, including scientists, politicians, and athletes.

Notable People Named Niels

• Niels Bohr: A Danish physicist who made foundational contributions to understanding atomic structure and quantum theory, for which he received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1922.
• Niels Henrik Abel: A Norwegian mathematician who made pioneering contributions in a variety of fields. His most famous result is the first complete proof demonstrating the impossibility of solving the general quintic equation in radicals.
• Niels Kaj Jerne: A Danish immunologist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1984 for theories concerning the specificity in development and control of the immune system.

In Popular Culture

The name Niels has also been used in various works of fiction, including books, movies, and television shows. For example, Niels is a character in the Danish television series Borgen.

See Also

• List of Danish given names
• List of Norwegian given names

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