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Nick vs Mars

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
Mars Rank #1,455

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1455 for Mars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Mars more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Mars at #1455 in the United States.

What do Nick and Mars mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are Nick and Mars boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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