Nicholas
boy name#112 in 2025Nicholas entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #5 in 1999, ranks #112 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#112
rank today
#5
peak (1999)
3,115
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #180 |
| 1890s | #175 |
| 1900s | #159 |
| 1910s | #114 |
| 1920s | #129 |
| 1930s | #157 |
| 1940s | #146 |
| 1950s | #139 |
| 1960s | #144 |
| 1970s | #76 |
| 1980s | #18 |
| 1990s | #9 |
| 2000s | #16 |
| 2010s | #58 |
| 2020s | #102 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nicholas has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 845,000 people named Nicholas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nicholas alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nicholas in 2025?
- Nicholas ranks #112 among US boy names in 2025, with 3,115 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nicholas most popular?
- Nicholas peaked in 1999, reaching #5 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nicholas with classmates?
- Nicholas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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