Holding steady.
Popularity of Nickalus since 1976
Babies named Nickalus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 107 |
| 1990s | 140 |
| 2000s | 137 |
| 2010s | 23 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nickalus is a modern respelling of the classic name Nicholas, reflecting a trend of personalized spellings that emerged in the late 20th century. First recorded in the United States in 1976, the name reached its peak usage in 1980 but has never entered the top 1000, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. Its trajectory is stable, indicating a very small but consistent number of parents selecting this spelling each year. While no state has recorded notable usage of Nickalus, its parent name Nicholas has been a perennial favorite across the country. As a modern coinage, Nickalus carries no ancient or religious associations, but it offers a familiar sound with a unique spelling.
Nickalus is a contemporary respelling of the traditional name Nicholas, which derives from the Greek name Nikolaos, composed of 'nikē' (victory) and 'laos' (people). The spelling with a 'k' and 'us' ending is a modern variation that gained some use in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nick, Nicki, Nicky
Sibling names for Nickalus
Names that share Nickalus's style, for a brother or sister.
