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Nick vs Terrence

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
Terrence Rank #1,525

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1525 for Terrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Terrence more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Terrence at #1525 in the United States.

What do Nick and Terrence mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin).

Are Nick and Terrence boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Terrence is primarily a boy name.

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