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Glenn vs Nick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Glenn Rank #1,366
Nick Rank #1,422

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Nick more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Nick mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin).

Are Glenn and Nick boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Nick is primarily a boy name.

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