Niclas
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Niclas first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 80 babies have been named Niclas in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Niclas is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,816 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,816
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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"from the flat plain (geographic Irish..."
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Greek via Yiddish origin
"bright one, shining one"
#27,740 in US
Latin lavendula from lavare origin
"lavender plant, one who washes"
#27,894 in US
Arabic origin
"rebellious one; powerful spirit"
#27,954 in US
Latin origin
"horn (strength)"
#27,943 in US
Old Norse origin
"shield wolf"
#27,964 in US
Hebrew origin
"ewe, female sheep"
#27,977 in US
Hebrew Sharon origin
"a plain, a flat fertile area"
#27,932 in US
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About the Name Niclas
Niclas is a boy name .
Niclas is currently ranked #27,816 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Niclas include Nic, Niy, Nicie, and Niclie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis