Science & TechnologyAmerican1856 – 1943
Nikolai Tesla
Inventor of AC electrical systems, pioneering electromagnetism
Biography
Serbian-American inventor and engineer who pioneered alternating current (AC) electrical systems and made revolutionary contributions to electromagnetism, wireless communication, and numerous other technologies.
Quick Facts
Category
Science & Technology
Nationality
American
Born
1856
Died
1943
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Nicolai
Greek origin
“A Slavic and Scandinavian form of Nicholas, derived from the Greek Nikolaos meaning 'victory of the people.' Nicolai carries an elegant, aristocratic feel while maintaining the strength of its classical roots. The name was borne by Russian tsars and remains popular across Eastern Europe, lending it both historical gravitas and cosmopolitan appeal.”