Good, pure, or virtuous
Nickan is a Persian name that translates to 'good' or 'virtuous.' It is derived from the root 'nik,' which signifies goodness and purity of character, often used to denote someone who does good deeds. It is a modern choice in Iran and among the Persian diaspora.
Less common today
Nickan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,556 in 2016.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
