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Nick vs Mayson

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
Mayson Rank #1,331

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Mayson more popular?

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Nick and Mayson mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Mayson means "stone worker" (Old French via English origin).

Are Nick and Mayson boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Mayson is primarily a boy name.

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