Nikolaj
Meaning: A name of character, meaning, and personal significance
Origin: Greek (via Danish)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Denmark: #35
Total births: 8,173
History: Nikolaj is the Danish form with 'K' and 'j' spelling. It was borne by actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau.
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Every number here comes directly from Denmark’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #43 |
| Babies named Nikolaj in 2024 | 16 |
| Total recorded in Denmark | 8,173 |
| Peak year | 1990 (411 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #12 |
| Years in records | 1985–2024 (40 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 8 spots |
Frequently asked about Nikolaj
What does the name Nikolaj mean?
Nikolaj means “A name of character, meaning, and personal significance” from Greek (via Danish) roots.
What is the origin of the name Nikolaj?
Nikolaj has Greek (via Danish) origin. The traditional meaning is “A name of character, meaning, and personal significance”.
How popular is Nikolaj in Denmark?
Nikolaj ranked #43 in Denmark in 2024 — given to 16 babies that year.
When was Nikolaj most popular?
Nikolaj peaked in 1990 with 411 babies registered that year in Denmark.
Is Nikolaj a boy or girl name?
Nikolaj is predominantly a boys' name in Denmark — over 90% of Nikolajs in registered births are male.
How long has Nikolaj been recorded in Denmark?
Nikolaj appears in birth records in Denmark across 40 years — from 1985 through 2024.