Nicolae
boy nameNicolae entered the US charts in 2003, peaked at #5047 in 2010, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2003–2025
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rank today
#5047
peak (2010)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #7858 |
| 2010s | #9274 |
| 2020s | #9553 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nicolae are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nicolae alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nicolae in 2025?
- Nicolae is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nicolae most popular?
- Nicolae peaked in 2010, reaching #5047 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nicolae with classmates?
- Nicolae will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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