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Gentry 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

Gentry Rank #1,601
Nick Rank #1,422

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1601 for Gentry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gentry or Nick more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Gentry at #1601 in the United States.

What do Gentry and Nick mean?

Gentry means "noble birth, upper class" (Old French origin). Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin).

Are Gentry and Nick boy or girl names?

Gentry is primarily a boy name. Nick is primarily a boy name.

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