Nikholas
Boy nameNikholas has been given to 149 babies in the U.S. since 1987. It peaked in 2011.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
149
Peak year
2011 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1987
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nikholas — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nikholas.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nikholas?
Nikholas has been given to 149 babies in the U.S. since 1987. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nikholas peak?
Nikholas peaked in 2011, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Nikholas a girl or boy name?
Nikholas is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nikholas are boys).
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