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Ross vs Nickolas

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ross or Nickolas more popular?

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

What do Ross and Nickolas mean?

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

Are Ross and Nickolas boy or girl names?

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

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