Nicodemus
Nicodemus is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Victory of the people.
Origin and history
Nicodemus is a classical name of ancient Greek origin, derived from components meaning victory and people. In the New Testament, Nicodemus is a Pharisee who visits Jesus by night. While historically rare in the United States, it has seen a modest increase in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,120 babies in the United States have been named Nicodemus since 1880. It ranks #3572 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1684.
States where it is most popular
- CA (66.7 %)
- TX (16.7 %)
- NY (11.5 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 43 |
| 1980-1990 | 54 |
| 1990-2000 | 197 |
| 2000-2010 | 274 |
| 2010-2019 | 303 |
| 2020-2029 | 243 |
Nicknames
Nick, Nico, Nic
Fun facts
- In the Christian tradition, Nicodemus plays a key role in the Gospel of John as a secretive follower of Jesus.
- The name Nicodemus appears in various literary works, including the beloved children's book 'Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH'.