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Current rank (2024)#9319
Babies named Nikolaj in 20248
Total recorded154
Peak year2019 (19 babies)
Highest rank ever#5078
Years in records2001–2024 (17 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 4241 spots

Frequently asked about Nikolaj

What does the name Nikolaj mean?
Nikolaj means “Victory of the people” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Nikolaj?
Nikolaj has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Victory of the people”.
How popular is Nikolaj?
Nikolaj ranked #9319 in 2024 — given to 8 babies that year.
When was Nikolaj most popular?
Nikolaj peaked in 2019 with 19 babies registered that year.
Is Nikolaj a boy or girl name?
Nikolaj is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Nikolajs in registered births are male.
Is the name Nikolaj rising or falling in popularity?
Nikolaj has fallen 4241 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #5078 in 2019 to #9319 in 2024.
How long has Nikolaj been recorded?
Nikolaj appears in birth records across 17 years — from 2001 through 2024.

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