Nikel
boy nameNikel entered the US charts in 1999, peaked at #9912 in 1999, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1999–2025
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rank today
#9912
peak (1999)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9912 |
| 2000s | #12553 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nikel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nikel alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nikel in 2025?
- Nikel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nikel most popular?
- Nikel peaked in 1999, reaching #9912 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nikel with classmates?
- Nikel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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