Will my child share the name Mikolaj with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 27 UK babies named Mikolaj per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Mikolaj in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Mikolaj becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Mikolaj is declining: down 588 places since 2020, to #1,093 in 2025. It peaked at #322 in 2016.

Is Mikolaj a good choice for a distinctive name?

Mikolaj is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Mikolaj a popular baby name in the United States?

Mikolaj does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Mikolaj is a distinctive choice, ranked #1093 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Mikolaj in their class.

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About the Name Mikolaj

Mikolaj has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 571 places in five years. It was most popular in 2016 at #322 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2003.

Mikolaj is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Mikolaj in their class.