Name comparison · boy names
Nicholas vs. Nicolas
In 2025, Nicholas leads at #112 among U.S. boys' names, with Nicolas at #177. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Nicholas | Nicolas |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #112 | #177 |
| Babies in 2025 | 3,115 | 2,053 |
| All-time peak | #5 in 1999 | #132 in 1998 |
| Uniqueness score | 21 / 100 | 26 / 100 |
| Strongest state | New Jersey (#39) | California (#100) |