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Nick vs Kip

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
Kip Rank #1,457

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1457 for Kip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Kip more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Nick and Kip mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin).

Are Nick and Kip boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Kip is primarily a boy name.

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