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Nick vs Baron

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

Nick Rank #1,422
Baron Rank #1,510

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1510 for Baron.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Baron more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Baron at #1510 in the United States.

What do Nick and Baron mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Baron means "free man, warrior" (Old High German origin).

Are Nick and Baron boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Baron is primarily a boy name.

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