How Many People Are Named Nickolaus?

Complete statistics for the name Nickolaus: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Nickolaus
Very Rare
Greek

Nickolaus means 'victory of the people' and is incredibly rare, with only 1,716 living people bearing this name, making up just 1 in 192,303 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1990 but has since seen a decline.

~255
Living in US
1 in 1,299,801
Americans
1990
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Victory of the people
🌐
Origin
Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Determined Strong Confident
33
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 33 is associated with leadership and humanitarian efforts.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,630
Worldwide Bearers
#268,173
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,716
🇹🇿 Tanzania
186
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
73
🇮🇩 Indonesia
48
🇳🇦 Namibia
29
🇩🇪 Germany
26
🇨🇦 Canada
10
🇿🇦 South Africa
9
🇸🇪 Sweden
7
🇬🇧 England
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,716 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 33
664
Would be under 30 (37%)
1,111
Would be 30–60 (62%)
20
Would be over 60 (1%)

All 1,795 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: 1990

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
34
Modern Appeal
66
International
82

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Nickolaus Through the Generations

Nickolaus, a name with Greek origins meaning 'victory of the people', has seen a steady presence in the United States over the decades. With 1,795 total births recorded since its inception, it's clear that while not widely popular, it has maintained a niche appeal. As of today, there are 1,716 individuals named Nickolaus living in the U.S., with the majority falling within the 30-60 age bracket, indicating a slight shift towards older generations. Interestingly, the name's peak was in 1990 when 72 babies were given this moniker, showcasing a trend that has since declined.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 171
Texas 67
Ohio 23
Florida 22
Illinois 21
Michigan 10
Minnesota 5
Missouri 5
Pennsylvania 5
Washington 5

✨ Similar Names to Nickolaus

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nickolaus's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Nickolaus

How Many People Have the Name Nickolaus?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 255 people in the United States currently share the name Nickolaus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,299,801 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nickolaus a Common or Rare Name?

Nickolaus 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 Nickolaus Mean?

Nickolaus means "victory of the people" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Nickolaus in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Nickolaus Most Popular?

The name Nickolaus reached peak popularity in 1990, with 72 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 Nickolaus?

Approximately 255 people named Nickolaus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 255. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,299,801 Americans.

Is Nickolaus a rare name?

Nickolaus is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,299,801 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nickolaus mean?

Nickolaus means "victory of the people" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Nickolaus more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Nickolaus are male and 0% are female.

When was Nickolaus most popular?

Nickolaus peaked in 1990 with 72 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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US255
All-Time Births255
1 in X1 in 1,299,801
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age33
Peak Year1990
World Rank#268,173
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.