Boys name · Iowa
Nicholas in Iowa
In 2025, 14 babies born in Iowa were named Nicholas, making it the #287 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 12,166.
Popularity over time
Nicholas in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | #176 |
| 1937 | 6 | #278 |
| 1951 | 36 | #130 |
| 1966 | 20 | #154 |
| 1981 | 467 | #9 |
| 1996 | 314 | #5 |
| 2010 | 55 | #78 |
| 2025 | 14 | #287 |
No year in Iowa had more Nicholas births than 1979, when 579 were born. Its highest rank in Iowa came in 1999, at #4.
Its rank among boys names in Iowa ran from #4 in 1999 to #443 in 2023, starting at #176 in 1912 and ending at #287 in 2025.
Rhode Island gave Nicholas its highest national rank, #1, in 1996. See Nicholas in every state →
How popular is Nicholas in Iowa?
In 2025, 14 babies born in Iowa were named Nicholas, making it the #287 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 12,166.
How many babies are named Nicholas in Iowa?
In 2025, 14 babies born in Iowa were named Nicholas.
What is the rank of Nicholas in Iowa?
Nicholas's 2025 rank among boys names in Iowa was #287.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.