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Current rank (2025)#2572
Babies named Nicolai in 202551
Total recorded1,864
Peak year2015 (78 babies)
Highest rank ever#1879
Years in records1962–2025 (54 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 8 spots

Frequently asked about Nicolai

What does the name Nicolai mean?
Nicolai means “Victory of the people” from Greek — from nike (victory) + laos (people) roots.
What is the origin of the name Nicolai?
Nicolai has Greek — from nike (victory) + laos (people) origin. The traditional meaning is “Victory of the people”.
How popular is Nicolai?
Nicolai ranked #2572 in 2025 — given to 51 babies that year.
When was Nicolai most popular?
Nicolai peaked in 2015 with 78 babies registered that year.
Is Nicolai a boy or girl name?
Nicolai is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Nicolais in registered births are male.
How long has Nicolai been recorded?
Nicolai appears in birth records across 54 years — from 1962 through 2025.

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