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Nikolas vs Benedict

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nikolas

Boy #726 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek German Eastern European Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#726
Total SSA Count
361
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nikolas Rank #726
Benedict Rank #915

Nikolas is more popular, ranked #726 vs #915 for Benedict.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nikolas or Benedict more popular?

Nikolas is more popular, ranked #726 compared to Benedict at #915 in the United States.

What do Nikolas and Benedict mean?

Nikolas means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Benedict means "well-spoken" (Latin origin).

Are Nikolas and Benedict boy or girl names?

Nikolas is primarily a boy name. Benedict is primarily a boy name.

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