Nick vs Linden

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
Linden Rank #1,551

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1551 for Linden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Linden more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Linden at #1551 in the United States.

What do Nick and Linden mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Linden means "linden tree, lime tree" (Old English origin).

Are Nick and Linden boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Linden is primarily a boy name.

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