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Milton 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

Milton Rank #1,429
Nick Rank #1,422

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1429 for Milton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milton or Nick more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Milton at #1429 in the United States.

What do Milton and Nick mean?

Milton means "mill town, settlement by the mill" (Old English origin). Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin).

Are Milton and Nick boy or girl names?

Milton is primarily a boy name. Nick is primarily a boy name.

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