How Many People Are Named Niklaus?
Complete statistics for the name Niklaus: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Niklaus, a very rare male name, is held by just 1 in 145,028 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 2,275 people bearing this name in the US, it's clear that Niklaus is a modern choice, with 94% of its bearers under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing and caring nature.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 9All 2,299 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: 2021Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Niklaus Through the Generations
Niklaus has seen a surge in popularity, peaking in 2021 with 282 births, marking a significant rise in usage. The average age of those named Niklaus is 9, indicating that it's primarily a name chosen by younger parents. Of the 2,275 individuals named Niklaus in the US, 2,171 are under 30, showing how this name is embraced by a new generation.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Niklaus's Swiss German roots
📄 About the Name Niklaus
How Many People Have the Name Niklaus?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 171 people in the United States currently share the name Niklaus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,938,300 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Niklaus a Common or Rare Name?
Niklaus 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 Niklaus in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Niklaus Most Popular?
The name Niklaus reached peak popularity in 2021, with 282 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Niklaus?
Approximately 171 people named Niklaus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 171. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,938,300 Americans.
Is Niklaus a rare name?
Niklaus is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,938,300 Americans has this name.
What does the name Niklaus mean?
The meaning and origin of Niklaus are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Niklaus more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Niklaus are male and 0% are female.
When was Niklaus most popular?
Niklaus peaked in 2021 with 282 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.