Nicolae
Boy nameNicolae has been given to 174 babies in the U.S. since 2003. It peaked in 2010.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
174
Peak year
2010 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2003
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nicolae — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nicolae.
Sibling name ideas for Nicolae
Same era and popularity as Nicolae, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nicolae?
Nicolae has been given to 174 babies in the U.S. since 2003. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nicolae peak?
Nicolae peaked in 2010, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Nicolae a girl or boy name?
Nicolae is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nicolae are boys).
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