Nicole
Nicole is the French feminine form of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.' The name combines 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people), conveying a sense of triumph and community.
Current Popularity
#318 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Well-established across multiple cultures with slight variations
- •Professional-sounding name that transitions well from childhood to adulthood
- •The 'cole' ending offers natural nickname flexibility
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Nicole Kidman
Academy Award-winning actress
Nicole Scherzinger
Singer and television personality
Nicole Richie
Fashion designer and television personality
Nicole Brown Simpson
Philanthropist and public figure
Statistics
593,691
Total births since 1880
1985
Peak year
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