NAME PROFILE
Nicholas
Nicholas is of Greek origin, meaning 'victory of the people' (from the elements 'nike' meaning victory and 'laos' meaning people). The name conveys a sense of leadership and strength, often associated with kindness and generosity.
Key Stats
| Total births | 929,199 |
| Gender | Male (99% / 1%) |
| Peak year | 1995 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 21%CA — 21%IL — 19%PA — 19%OH — 19%
Notable People
Nicholas Cage (Actor, *Leaving Las Vegas*) · Nicholas Sparks (Author, *The Notebook*) · Saint Nicholas (Historical figure, inspiration for Santa Claus) · Nicholas II (Last Emperor of Russia) · Nicholas Hoult (Actor, *Mad Max: Fury Road*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
NickNicky
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