Boy nameCurrently #9,586 in the USFalling
Nikolaj
3 syllablesPeak year: 20197 lettersStarts with N
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Nikolaj's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Nikolaj's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Nikolaj |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2024 | 8 |
Nikolaj through the decades
- Nikolaj peaked in 2019, when 19 babies were named Nikolaj in the US.
- Nikolaj currently ranks #9,586 in the US and is cooling off.