Nicholaos
Boy nameNicholaos has been given to 124 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It peaked in 1979.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
124
Peak year
1979 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1967
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nicholaos — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nicholaos.
Sibling name ideas for Nicholaos
Same era and popularity as Nicholaos, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nicholaos?
Nicholaos has been given to 124 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nicholaos peak?
Nicholaos peaked in 1979, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Nicholaos a girl or boy name?
Nicholaos is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nicholaos are boys).
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