Nicklas

Boy name

Nicklas has been given to 2,430 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It peaked in 2002.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,430

Peak year

2002 (111 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1914

10-year trend

▼ -68%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Nicklas — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Nicolasboy

101,764 babies since 1882

Nickolasboy

39,403 babies since 1882

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FAQ

How popular is the name Nicklas?

Nicklas has been given to 2,430 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Nicklas peak?

Nicklas peaked in 2002, when 111 babies were given the name.

Is Nicklas a girl or boy name?

Nicklas is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nicklas are boys).

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