Nikolaj
boy nameNikolaj entered the US charts in 2001, peaked at #4951 in 2019, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2001–2025
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rank today
#4951
peak (2019)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #9801 |
| 2010s | #8580 |
| 2020s | #8122 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nikolaj are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nikolaj is a kid of about 8 — 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 Nikolaj in 2025?
- Nikolaj is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nikolaj most popular?
- Nikolaj peaked in 2019, reaching #4951 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nikolaj with classmates?
- Nikolaj will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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