Nichols
boy nameNichols entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1337 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#1337
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3710 |
| 1920s | #4132 |
| 1930s | #3480 |
| 1940s | #3360 |
| 1950s | #3227 |
| 1960s | #3884 |
| 1970s | #3274 |
| 1980s | #1931 |
| 1990s | #4135 |
| 2000s | #9166 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Nichols are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nichols alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nichols in 2025?
- Nichols is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nichols most popular?
- Nichols peaked in 1987, reaching #1337 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nichols with classmates?
- Nichols will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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