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Nicholas vs Adriel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nicholas

Boy #117 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"people's champion, victorious"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek French Italian Russian German Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#117
Total SSA Count
3,025
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nicholas Rank #117
Adriel Rank #109

Adriel is more popular, ranked #109 vs #117 for Nicholas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nicholas or Adriel more popular?

Adriel is more popular, ranked #109 compared to Nicholas at #117 in the United States.

What do Nicholas and Adriel mean?

Nicholas means "people's champion, victorious" (Greek origin). Adriel means "noble, mighty of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Nicholas and Adriel boy or girl names?

Nicholas is primarily a boy name. Adriel is primarily a boy name.

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