Nick vs Elvin

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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Elvin

Boy #1,508 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elf friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Turkish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,508
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Nick Rank #1,422
Elvin Rank #1,508

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1508 for Elvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Elvin more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Elvin at #1508 in the United States.

What do Nick and Elvin mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Elvin means "elf friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Nick and Elvin boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Elvin is primarily a boy name.

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