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Nickolas vs Ross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ross

Boy #1,362 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"headland, promontory"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,362
Total SSA Count
139
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nickolas Rank #1,548
Ross Rank #1,362

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 vs #1548 for Nickolas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nickolas or Ross more popular?

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 compared to Nickolas at #1548 in the United States.

What do Nickolas and Ross mean?

Nickolas means "victory of the people" (Greek (nike + laos) origin). Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Nickolas and Ross boy or girl names?

Nickolas is primarily a boy name. Ross is primarily a boy name.

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