Name comparison
Mary vs Nicholas
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 7.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Nicholas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 832,535 |
| Global rank | #13 | #31 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 9,609 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 832,535 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 833k for Nicholas - a ratio of about 7.4x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Nicholas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Nicholas more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 832,535 for Nicholas. That is roughly 7.4x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Nicholas?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Nicholas originates from unknown sources.
Are Mary and Nicholas used for the same gender?
Mary is 0.4% male, while Nicholas is 99.7% male.
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