Nicolas is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #363 in 2025 with 115 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 197 births ranking #267. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 66.7%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 2,365 boys born was named Nicolas. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Nicolas is a well-established international form of Nicholas and means victory of the people. It feels classic but slightly softer in shape than the English Nicholas.
The name has long-standing use across French- and Spanish-speaking cultures and stays familiar in many parts of the world. It offers tradition without feeling rigid.