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Nick vs Nickolaus

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
Nickolaus Rank #11,121

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #11121 for Nickolaus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Nickolaus more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Nickolaus at #11121 in the United States.

What do Nick and Nickolaus mean?

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

Are Nick and Nickolaus boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Nickolaus is primarily a boy name.

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