Rising since 1988, #2,798 for boys today.
Popularity of Nicodemus since 1924
Babies named Nicodemus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 43 |
| 1980s | 54 |
| 1990s | 197 |
| 2000s | 274 |
| 2010s | 303 |
| 2020s | 243 |
Meaning & origin
Nicodemus is a biblical name with Greek origins, meaning 'victory of the people.' It has never been common in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1924. Its popularity has seen a steady rise since 1988, reaching a peak rank of 2798 in 2025, where approximately 1 in every 37,957 boys received the name. The name's highest popularity year was 2022, and it is particularly favored in Florida. Despite its rarity, Nicodemus offers a distinctive alternative to more common biblical names like Nicholas or Timothy, carrying a rich New Testament heritage.
Nicodemus is a Greek name derived from 'nikē' (victory) and 'dēmos' (people), thus meaning 'victory of the people.' It appears in the New Testament as a Pharisee who visited Jesus by night. The name was used among early Christians but became rare after the Middle Ages, surviving primarily in Jewish communities before a modest revival in recent years.
Where Nicodemus is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nico, Nick, Nic, Demus
Sibling names for Nicodemus
Names that share Nicodemus's style, for a brother or sister.
