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Irving vs Nickolas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irving

Boy #1,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green river, fresh water"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Jewish-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,618
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Irving Rank #1,618
Nickolas Rank #1,548

Nickolas is more popular, ranked #1548 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Nickolas more popular?

Nickolas is more popular, ranked #1548 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Irving and Nickolas mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Nickolas means "victory of the people" (Greek (nike + laos) origin).

Are Irving and Nickolas boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Nickolas is primarily a boy name.

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