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Nick vs Braydon

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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Braydon

Boy #1,599 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"broad valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,599
Total SSA Count
107
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nick Rank #1,422
Braydon Rank #1,599

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1599 for Braydon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Braydon more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Braydon at #1599 in the United States.

What do Nick and Braydon mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Braydon means "broad valley" (Old English origin).

Are Nick and Braydon boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Braydon is primarily a boy name.

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