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Marley 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

Marley Rank #1,238
Nick Rank #1,422

Marley is more popular, ranked #1238 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marley or Nick more popular?

Marley is more popular, ranked #1238 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Marley and Nick mean?

Marley means "boundary wood" (Old English origin). Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin).

Are Marley and Nick boy or girl names?

Marley is primarily a boy name. Nick is primarily a boy name.

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