Names like Nicholas
If Nicholas is on your list, these boy names have the same feel, from Greek classics to names with a similar sound. Nicholas peaked a while ago, so the list leans toward names from the same moment.
Top matches: Christopher, Timothy, Andres and Alexis.
24 boy names like Nicholas
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- Christopher#68This name comes from Greek and means 'Christ-bearer.' It refers to someone who carries…Also GreekPast its peak, like Nicholas
- Timothy#203It means "honoring God" or "God's honor."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Andres#200The name Andres means "manly" or "brave." It comes from a Greek word related to "man."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Alexis#513This name means 'defender of mankind.' It suggests someone who is strong and protective…Also Greek3 syllables
- Jason#165Jason means "healer".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Peter#187Peter means "rock" or "stone."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Alejandro#195This name means 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of people.' It suggests someone who…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Alex#232This name means 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of people.' It suggests someone who…Also Greek
- Esteban#461It means 'crown' or 'garland,' often symbolizing victory or honor.Also Greek3 syllables
- Steven#271Steven means "crown" or "wreath." It comes from the Greek word for garland, which was…Also GreekPast its peak, like Nicholas
- Gregory#593Gregory means "watchful" or "vigilant."Also Greek3 syllables
- Dorian#539The name means 'from Doris' or 'of the Dorians,' referring to an ancient Greek tribe.Also Greek3 syllables
- Dennis#707This name means 'devotee of Dionysus,' referring to the Greek god of wine and revelry.Also Greek
- UlisesUlises is a variant of Ulysses, meaning "wrathful" or "hateful".Also Greek3 syllables
- Angel#67Angel means "messenger." It comes from a Greek word describing someone who delivers…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Hector#409Hector means "steadfast." It can also mean "defending" or "holding fast."Also Greek
- Philip#528Philip means "lover of horses." It comes from the Greek words "philos" (loving) and…Also Greek
- Jorge#323Jorge means "farmer" or "earth-worker."Also Greek
- DamionThis name is believed to mean "to tame" or "to subdue." It suggests someone who can…Also Greek3 syllables
- NestorNestor means "traveler" or "one who returns home." It's also associated with wisdom and…Also Greek
- DemetriusDemetrius means 'follower of Demeter' or 'dedicated to Demeter.' Demeter was the Greek…Also Greek
- Chris#646The name Chris is a shortened form of Christopher, meaning 'bearer of Christ'.Also Greek
- Andy#565It means "manly" or "brave." It's a common short form of the name Andrew.Also Greek
- Andre#368The name Andre means "manly" or "brave." It suggests strength and courage.Also Greek
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- What names are similar to Nicholas?
- Names with a similar style to Nicholas include Christopher, Timothy, Andres, Alexis, Jason and Peter.
- How are these names matched to Nicholas?
- Each name is compared with Nicholas on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Nicholas peaked a while ago, so the list leans toward names from the same moment.
- What other Greek names are like Nicholas?
- Christopher, Timothy, Andres, Alexis and Jason share Nicholas's Greek roots.