Nicolaas
boy name#10695 in 2025Nicolaas entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #3202 in 1996, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1960–2025
#10695
rank today
#3202
peak (1996)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4038 |
| 1970s | #3902 |
| 1980s | #4546 |
| 1990s | #4834 |
| 2000s | #7447 |
| 2010s | #9976 |
| 2020s | #10695 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Nicolaas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nicolaas alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nicolaas in 2025?
- Nicolaas ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nicolaas most popular?
- Nicolaas peaked in 1996, reaching #3202 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nicolaas with classmates?
- Nicolaas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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