The spelling of the name "Nikkolay" may seem unusual, but it follows the standard English phonetic rules. It can be transcribed using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as /nɪkoleɪ/. The first syllable is pronounced as "nik" with a short "i" sound, followed by the "k" and "o" sounds, making up the second syllable. The final syllable is pronounced as "lay" with a long "a" sound. Despite its unconventional spelling, the pronunciation is straightforward and follows English phonetic patterns.