Nicholas Anderson (1865 – unknown) was an English professional footballer, who appeared for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the inaugural season of the Football League.
Nicholas Anderson made his League and club debut on 8 September 1888, as a forward for Wolverhampton Wanderers in a 1–1 draw against Aston Villa at Wolverhampton's then home ground, Dudley Road.
He only played two of the "Wolves" 22 Football League matches in season 1888–89.