Nick vs Ripley

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
Ripley Rank #1,402

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 vs #1422 for Nick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Ripley more popular?

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 compared to Nick at #1422 in the United States.

What do Nick and Ripley mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Ripley means "strip-shaped clearing in woodland" (Old English origin).

Are Nick and Ripley boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Ripley is primarily a boy name.

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