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Albert vs Nikolas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Albert

Boy #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble bright (adal + beraht)"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#607
Total SSA Count
467
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Nikolas

Boy #726 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek German Eastern European Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#726
Total SSA Count
361
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Albert Rank #607
Nikolas Rank #726

Albert is more popular, ranked #607 vs #726 for Nikolas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Albert or Nikolas more popular?

Albert is more popular, ranked #607 compared to Nikolas at #726 in the United States.

What do Albert and Nikolas mean?

Albert means "noble bright (adal + beraht)" (Old High German origin). Nikolas means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Albert and Nikolas boy or girl names?

Albert is primarily a boy name. Nikolas is primarily a boy name.

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