Nicodemus

“victory of the people”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3266US 2023

37Births / yr

↓Falling

914All-time births

📅 Since 192400

How to pronounce Nicodemus

NEE·koh·DEE·mus

/ˈniː.koʊ.ˈdiː.məs/ · stress on NEE · 4 syllables

“victory of the people”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Nicodemus mean and where does it come from?

The name Nicodemus has Greek and Hebrew origins. It comes from the Greek name 'Nikodemos' (Νικόδημος), which means 'victory of the people'. In the New Testament of the Bible, Nicodemus was a Pharisee and a member of the Sanhedrin who visited Jesus by night, as mentioned in the Gospel of John. The na

Cultural significance

Nicodemus has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #2462 in 1994 — currently #3266 in the US.

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How else can you spell Nicodemus?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Nikodemus

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Nicodemus?

Nicodemus works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Nicodemus Grace

How popular is Nicodemus right now?

Falling — down 524 spots — currently #3266 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#3266 · Top 2.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3266	37	▼ down 524 · -23% births
2022	#2742	48	▲ up 363 · +23% births
2021	#3105	39	▼ down 137
2020	#2968	39	▲ up 635 · +30% births
2015	#3603	30	▲ up 308 · +15% births
2010	#3911	26	▼ down 794 · -21% births
2005	#3117	33	▲ up 116 · +27% births
2000	#3233	26	▲ up 1115 · +86% births
1995	#4348	14	▲ up 137 · +17% births
1990	#4485	12	▲ up 861 · +71% births
1985	#5346	7	▼ down 2021 · -46% births
1980	#3325	13	▲ up 458 · +44% births
1975	#3783	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Nicodemus

Best Year2022Rank #2742

Peak Count48

Average Rank#3633

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 202313 years

The story of Nicodemus

Nicodemus entered American naming records in 1924 and has been in use for over 100 years. With 914 total births recorded, Nicodemus remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3783 in 1975 to #3266 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Nicodemus in 1994:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Nicodemus by decade

Nicodemus peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	6
1970s	43
1980s	54
1990s	197
2000s	274
2010s ★	301
2020s	39

💎Nicodemus has only 914 total recorded births since 1924 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Nicodemus?

FINNISH

Teemu

ITALIAN

Nico

What names sound and feel like Nicodemus?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Nicodemus also consider these

Nikodemus

Greek · Victory of the

Nicolus

Greece · victorious people

Nichalaus

Greece · victory of the

Nichalous

Greece · victory of the

Nikkolaus

Greece · Victory of the

Nikolaus

Greece · victory of the

How is Nicodemus written in other languages?

Νικοδημος

Ancient Greek

Common questions about the name Nicodemus

What does the name Nicodemus mean?

Nicodemus means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Nicodemus?

Nicodemus is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Nicodemus have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Nicodemus?

Nicodemus originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Nicodemus?

Nicodemus is a four-syllable name pronounced N IY1 K OW0 D IY1 M AH0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Nicodemus?

Nicodemus pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.