Nicholus
boy nameNicholus entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #1326 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
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rank today
#1326
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3788 |
| 1970s | #3352 |
| 1980s | #2253 |
| 1990s | #3461 |
| 2000s | #6685 |
| 2010s | #9362 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Nicholus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nicholus alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nicholus in 2025?
- Nicholus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nicholus most popular?
- Nicholus peaked in 1978, reaching #1326 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nicholus with classmates?
- Nicholus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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