Nike
boy nameNike entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #3678 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
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rank today
#3678
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #7025 |
| 2000s | #10401 |
| 2010s | #10118 |
| 2020s | #9657 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nike are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nike alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nike in 2025?
- Nike is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nike most popular?
- Nike peaked in 1996, reaching #3678 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nike with classmates?
- Nike will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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