Masculine dossier · first seen 1888

Nils

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1970
Peak births
48
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
1888Peak 19702025
peak 1970 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Nils

How many people are named Nils?

An estimated 2,162 living Americans are named Nils.

How rare is Nils?

Nils is very rare among babies today, with 20 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 58.3% from its 1970 peak.

How old is the typical Nils?

The median age of a living American named Nils is approximately 43 years, with most bearers falling between 25 and 62 years old.

Is Nils still popular?

Yes. Nils is holding steady, with 20 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
1970
Decline from peak
58.3%
2025
20
All-time
3,083