How Many People Are Named Nicklas?
Complete statistics for the name Nicklas: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nicklas means 'victory of the people', a rare name indeed, with only 1 in 143,558 Americans bearing it. That's just 2,299 people in the US today! It peaked in popularity in 2002, but now it's seen as a modern choice, with most under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 31All 2,423 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2002Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nicklas Through the Generations
Nicklas, a name that's been around since the early 1900s, saw its peak in 2002 when 111 babies were given this moniker. Since then, it's become less popular, but still holds a special place among younger generations. With 1,330 under 30, it's clear that Nicklas is a name for the new millennium, embodying a fresh take on traditional roots.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nicklas's Swedish roots
📄 About the Name Nicklas
How Many People Have the Name Nicklas?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,765 people in the United States currently share the name Nicklas. That works out to roughly 1 in every 187,790 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Nicklas a Common or Rare Name?
Nicklas is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Nicklas Mean?
Nicklas means "victory of the people" and comes from Swedish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nicklas in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Nicklas Most Popular?
The name Nicklas reached peak popularity in 2002, with 111 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Nicklas?
Approximately 1,765 people named Nicklas live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,765. That works out to roughly 1 in 187,790 Americans.
Is Nicklas a rare name?
Nicklas is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 187,790 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nicklas mean?
Nicklas means "victory of the people" and comes from Swedish origins.
Is Nicklas more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Nicklas are male and 0% are female.
When was Nicklas most popular?
Nicklas peaked in 2002 with 111 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.