the Greeks did as they saw fit. it was their "science" it was their religion it was their belief. Why did they name Zeus "Zeus"? Why is Poseidon god of the ocean? We don't really know. I can't find anything about Nike other than this:
She was the daughter of the goddess Styx and the titan pallas. Her siblings are Zelus (Rivalry), Bia (Force) and Kratos (Strength). They all became allies of Zeus during the Titan vs. god war. For their aid, all received honors. Nike got to drive Zeus' chariot. Some myths make her out to be a friend of Athena, the goddess of wisdom, war, and helpful crafts.
Nike is the goddess of victory. She was the daughter of Styx.
The Greek goddess Nike was the goddess of victory. The Roman name for Nike was Victoria.
the goddess of victory is nike.
Nike is the minor goddess of victory.
==== well if you read it like the famous shoes brand,then it means nothing :) but if you read it like "nicky" then it means "victory" ==== Nike was the goddess of victory.
Nike is the goddess of victory.
Victory, as she is the goddess of it.
No - the IAU does not recognize Nike, the greek Goddess of Victory as a constellation.
Nike (pronounced NICK-EE). Hence the sports footwear makers have tried to get in on the act.
Nike symbolised victory.
Nike is the greek goddess of Victory
Nike, Inc. is named after a Greek goddess, Nike the goddess of victory.