Name comparison
Andrew vs Nicholas
Andrew is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.3x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Andrew | Nicholas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,118,379 | 832,535 |
| Global rank | #18 | #31 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 7,153 | 1 in 9,609 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,118,379 | 832,535 |
How they differ
Andrew has approximately 1.1M living bearers compared to 833k for Nicholas - a ratio of about 1.3x.
Andrew originates from unknown origins. Nicholas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Andrew or Nicholas more popular?
Andrew is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,118,379 estimated living bearers compared to 832,535 for Nicholas. That is roughly 1.3x more bearers of Andrew.
What is the difference in origin between Andrew and Nicholas?
Andrew originates from unknown sources. Nicholas originates from unknown sources.
Are Andrew and Nicholas used for the same gender?
Both Andrew and Nicholas are predominantly used as male names.
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