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Ansel vs Nick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nick

Boy #1,422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek Nikolaos

Cultural Roots

English American Greek Australian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,422
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

44 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Ansel Rank #1,290
Nick Rank #1,422

Ansel is more popular, ranked #1290 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ansel or Nick more popular?

Ansel is more popular, ranked #1290 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Ansel and Nick mean?

Ansel means "divine protection" (Germanic origin). Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin).

Are Ansel and Nick boy or girl names?

Ansel is primarily a boy name. Nick is primarily a boy name.

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