Holding steady, #5,399 for boys today.
Popularity of Nikodem since 2006
Babies named Nikodem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 86 |
| 2020s | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Nikodem, the Polish and Scandinavian form of Nicodemus, has appeared on U.S. records since 2006. In 2025, it ranked 5,399th with a 1-in-100,475 incidence, reflecting its rarity. Its peak popularity came in 2022. The name has remained stable in usage, with no sharp spikes. The top state for Nikodem is Illinois, suggesting a concentration in Polish-American communities. As a biblical name with a strong meaning, it offers a distinctive alternative to more common names like Nicholas or Dominic. Its etymological roots in Greek give it a classical resonance, while its modern usage ties it to European heritage.
Nikodem is the Polish and Scandinavian form of Nicodemus, which derives from the Greek name Nikodēmos, from nikē 'victory' and dēmos 'people'. The name appears in the New Testament as a Pharisee who visited Jesus at night. It has been used in Poland since the Middle Ages, often among Catholic families, and saw a modest revival in the 21st century.
Where Nikodem is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Nikodem” around the world
Where Nikodem lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Ireland
10
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Niko, Nik, Kodem
Variants: Nicodemus, Nikodemos, Nikodim
Sibling names for Nikodem
Names that share Nikodem's style, for a brother or sister.
