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Nikolay

Boy Name #5,223 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nikolay is a boy name, recorded for 19 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nikolay often also consider Nina, Nicholas, Nick .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #5,223
Total SSA Count: 19

Alternative Spellings

Niko #344 Nikolai #590 Nikolas #726 Nikola #1589 Nikolaos #2767 Nikolaus #3713

Nicknames

Nik Niy Nikie Nikoie

Similar Names

Nina Nicholas Nick Nimrod Nita Ninnie Nickolas Nicolas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nikolay

Is Nikolay a boy or girl name?

Nikolay is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Nikolay?

Nikolay is currently ranked #5223 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Nikolay?

Common nicknames for Nikolay include Nik, Niy, Nikie, and Nikoie.

Is Nikolay a common or rare name?

Nikolay is an uncommon name, ranked #5223 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nikolay

Nikolay is a boy name .

Nikolay is currently ranked #5,223 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nikolay include Nik, Niy, Nikie, and Nikoie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Nikolay include Niko, Nikolai, Nikolas, Nikola, Nikolaos . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.