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Nick vs Skylar

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
Skylar Rank #1,553

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1553 for Skylar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Skylar more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Skylar at #1553 in the United States.

What do Nick and Skylar mean?

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

Are Nick and Skylar boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Skylar is primarily a boy name.

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