Masculine dossier · first seen 1955
Nikolaus
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1994
Peak births
98
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Millennial
Quick answers about Nikolaus
How many people are named Nikolaus?
An estimated 2,574 living Americans are named Nikolaus.
How rare is Nikolaus?
Nikolaus is very rare among babies today, with 24 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 75.5% from its 1994 peak.
How old is the typical Nikolaus?
The median age of a living American named Nikolaus is approximately 31 years, with most bearers falling between 21 and 39 years old.
Is Nikolaus still popular?
Yes. Nikolaus is holding steady, with 24 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1955Peak 19942025
Peak year
1994
Decline from peak
75.5%
2025
24
All-time
2,656