Nikki
boy nameNikki entered the US charts in 1943, peaked at #1508 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1943–2025
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rank today
#1508
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3408 |
| 1950s | #3328 |
| 1960s | #3089 |
| 1970s | #2164 |
| 1980s | #2585 |
| 1990s | #4022 |
| 2000s | #9246 |
| 2010s | #9277 |
| 2020s | #12022 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Nikki are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nikki alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nikki in 2025?
- Nikki is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nikki most popular?
- Nikki peaked in 1972, reaching #1508 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nikki with classmates?
- Nikki will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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