Nickolas
boy name#1492 in 2025Nickolas entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #248 in 1989, ranks #1492 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1882–2025
#1492
rank today
#248
peak (1989)
118
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #853 |
| 1890s | #996 |
| 1900s | #939 |
| 1910s | #624 |
| 1920s | #541 |
| 1930s | #751 |
| 1940s | #742 |
| 1950s | #726 |
| 1960s | #794 |
| 1970s | #609 |
| 1980s | #295 |
| 1990s | #264 |
| 2000s | #340 |
| 2010s | #724 |
| 2020s | #1340 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nickolas has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 34,500 people named Nickolas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nickolas alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nickolas in 2025?
- Nickolas ranks #1492 among US boy names in 2025, with 118 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nickolas most popular?
- Nickolas peaked in 1989, reaching #248 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nickolas with classmates?
- Nickolas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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