Nikan
boy name#5861 in 2025Nikan entered the US charts in 2008, peaked at #5699 in 2020, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2008–2025
#5861
rank today
#5699
peak (2020)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11037 |
| 2010s | #9703 |
| 2020s | #7032 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nikan has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 100 people named Nikan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nikan is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nikan in 2025?
- Nikan ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nikan most popular?
- Nikan peaked in 2020, reaching #5699 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nikan with classmates?
- Nikan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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