Nicholai
boy name#6803 in 2025Nicholai entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #2429 in 2010, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
#6803
rank today
#2429
peak (2010)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4033 |
| 1970s | #5040 |
| 1980s | #4613 |
| 1990s | #4909 |
| 2000s | #3586 |
| 2010s | #3042 |
| 2020s | #5867 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nicholai has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Nicholai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nicholai alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nicholai in 2025?
- Nicholai ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nicholai most popular?
- Nicholai peaked in 2010, reaching #2429 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nicholai with classmates?
- Nicholai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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