Nicolas
boy name#177 in 2025Nicolas entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #132 in 1998, ranks #177 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1882–2025
#177
rank today
#132
peak (1998)
2,053
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #829 |
| 1890s | #947 |
| 1900s | #990 |
| 1910s | #944 |
| 1920s | #760 |
| 1930s | #842 |
| 1940s | #789 |
| 1950s | #711 |
| 1960s | #657 |
| 1970s | #445 |
| 1980s | #234 |
| 1990s | #163 |
| 2000s | #142 |
| 2010s | #188 |
| 2020s | #189 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nicolas has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 97,000 people named Nicolas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nicolas alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nicolas in 2025?
- Nicolas ranks #177 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,053 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nicolas most popular?
- Nicolas peaked in 1998, reaching #132 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nicolas with classmates?
- Nicolas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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