How Many People Are Named Nickolas?
Complete statistics for the name Nickolas: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nickolas, a rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 9,578 Americans bearing it today, totaling around 34,455 people. That's a lot of Nickolases! Interestingly, nearly half of them are under 30, showing its popularity among younger generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 38All 39,282 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: 1998Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nickolas Through the Generations
Nickolas has seen its peak in 1998 when 1,156 babies were named that year, marking a high point in its usage. Since then, the name has been on a steady decline, but it still holds a place in the hearts of many. With an average age of 38, Nickolas is a name that bridges the gap between classic and modern, with a significant portion of its bearers being young adults.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nickolas's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Nickolas
How Many People Have the Name Nickolas?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 481 people in the United States currently share the name Nickolas. That works out to roughly 1 in every 689,084 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Nickolas a Common or Rare Name?
Nickolas 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nickolas in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Nickolas Most Popular?
The name Nickolas reached peak popularity in 1998, with 1,156 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 Nickolas?
Approximately 481 people named Nickolas live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 481. That works out to roughly 1 in 689,084 Americans.
Is Nickolas a rare name?
Nickolas is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 689,084 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nickolas mean?
The meaning and origin of Nickolas are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Nickolas more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Nickolas are male and 0% are female.
When was Nickolas most popular?
Nickolas peaked in 1998 with 1,156 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.