Nikolaus
Nikolaus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Boy name
How popular is Nikolaus?
24U.S. babies in 2025
#1086peak rank (1980)
2,656babies since 1880
Since 1880, 2,656 boys in the U.S. have been named Nikolaus. Its highest rank for boys was #1086 in 1980. In 2025, 24 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Nikolaus FAQ
How popular is the name Nikolaus?
Since 1880, 2,656 boys in the U.S. have been named Nikolaus. Its highest rank for boys was #1086 in 1980. In 2025, 24 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nikolaus a boy or girl name?
Nikolaus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,656 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).