Nikolaus vs Theseus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theseus

Boy #3,732 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"to set, to place, to establish"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English Classical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,732
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Theo, Seo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Nikolaus Rank #3,713
Theseus Rank #3,732

Nikolaus is more popular, ranked #3713 vs #3732 for Theseus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Nikolaus ___

  • Nikolaus Friedrich
  • Nikolaus Johann
  • Nikolaus Alexander
  • Nikolaus Ernst
  • Nikolaus Werner
  • Nikolaus Peter

Theseus ___

  • Theseus Ajax
  • Theseus Leon
  • Theseus James
  • Theseus Cole
  • Theseus Atlas
  • Theseus Rex

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Nikolaus

Maximilian Katharina Ludwig Elisabeth Heinrich

If you choose Theseus

Orion Perseus Achilles Penelope Ariadne

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nikolaus or Theseus more popular?

Nikolaus is more popular, ranked #3713 compared to Theseus at #3732 in the United States.

What do Nikolaus and Theseus mean?

Nikolaus means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Theseus means "to set, to place, to establish" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Nikolaus and Theseus boy or girl names?

Nikolaus is primarily a boy name. Theseus is primarily a boy name.

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