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Nick
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Pronounced NIK /nΙͺk/Low
Meaning: Victory of the peopleLow
In 30 seconds: Nick is the friendly English short form of Nicholas meaning victory of the people from Greek nike (victory) and laos (people). One of the most accessible and universally liked one-syllable names.
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MeaningVictory of the people
U.S. rank (2025)#1447 β Falling
2025 U.S. births124 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1960
Total births (all-time)β 50,452
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Nick is a short form of Nicholas from Greek Nikolaos combining nike (victory) and laos (people). It has been used as a standalone name for many centuries.
Nick has a universally approachable quality and is associated with Santa Claus and countless beloved fictional characters.
Did you know? Santa Claus is known as Saint Nick β a transformation of Saint Nicholas of Myra (270-343 CE), the patron saint of children who gave gifts secretly. Every December, Nick becomes the world's most famous name.
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Saint Nicholas of Myra (270-343)Greek bishop of Myra and patron saint of children, whose legend of secret gift-giving became the basis for Santa Claus
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What does Nick mean?
Victory of the people
How do you pronounce Nick?
Nick is pronounced NIK.
What is the origin of Nick?
Nick comes from Greek, English.
What names are similar to Nick?
Similar names include max, sam, jack.