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Nick vs Guy

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
Guy Rank #1,562

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1562 for Guy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Guy more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Guy at #1562 in the United States.

What do Nick and Guy mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Guy means "forest" (Germanic origin).

Are Nick and Guy boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Guy is primarily a boy name.

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