Nick vs Townes

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
Townes Rank #1,554

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1554 for Townes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Townes more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Townes at #1554 in the United States.

What do Nick and Townes mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Townes means "from the town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Nick and Townes boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Townes is primarily a boy name.

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