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Nick vs Perry

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
Perry Rank #1,243

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Perry more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Nick and Perry mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Nick and Perry boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.

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