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Nick vs Glenn

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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Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nick Rank #1,422
Glenn Rank #1,366

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Glenn more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Nick and Glenn mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Nick and Glenn boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Glenn is primarily a boy name.

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