Nicole name meaning

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Updated: March 15th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: English, German, French, Icelandic, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: nih-cole
Meaning: People of Victory and Female Version of Nicholas
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What does Nicole mean?

Nicole is a feminine given name and is the French feminine form of the masculine name Nicolas and means "victory of the people". Nicole is also a diminutive form of the name Nicola.

The origin of the name Nicole is French. It is a popular name in many parts of the world, and has been used by both royalty and celebrities. The name Nicole is often associated with beauty, intelligence, and strength.

It is a feminine name that symbolizes courage and determination.

There are a number of famous people named Nicole, including:

Nicole Kidman – Academy Award winning actress
Nicole Richie – fashion designer and television personality
Nicole Scherzinger – singer and television personality
Nicoletta Ceccoli – Italian illustrator
Nicole Tepper (born 1990), Miss Universe Curaçao 2010
Nicole Richie (born 1981), American television personality, fashion designer and actress

If you're looking for a beautiful name for your baby girl, Nicole is definitely a great choice.

Nicole means " victory of the people" and is of French origin. It's a strong, feminine name that has been steadily rising in popularity over the past few years. Plus, it can be easily shortened to Nikki or Nicky, which makes it even more versatile.

So if you're on the hunt for a pretty and unique baby name, Nicole should definitely be at the top of your list.

How do I pronounce Nicole?

The proper pronunciation of three syllabled Nicole is nih-cole. Some people pronounce it as n(i)-co-le.

Variants of Nicole

Nycole, Nicola, Nicolaus, Caline, Coletta, Necole, Alexisnicole, Nicolemarie, Alexios, Alexis

Nicknames for Nicole

There are plentitude of nicknames to go along with Nicole. Some of those include:

Names that rhyme with Nicole

How popular is the name Nicole?

Nicole was among the n extremely popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1937 around 589099 babies have been given the given name. At the peak of its usage in 1982, 22965 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 6th position.

However after 132 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but still performing better than most of the names. Moreover, the given name has been to the top 10 baby names 13 times Also, Nicole was among the popular names in England and Wales.

Since emerging in 1996 around 18679 babies have been given the given name. When at the peak of its usage in 1996, the moniker grabbed the 36th spot and 1679 baby girls were given the name.

However after 23 years, the name is on free fall on the charts. In addition to that, the given name has been in the top 50 baby names 7 times Also, Nicole was an extremely popular name in France.

Over 293786 babies have been named Nicole since 1900. At its zenith in 1940, 15837 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 3rd position. After 161 years, the name has past its prime.

Moreover, the first name has been to the top 5 baby names 16 times Also, Nicole was among the popular names in Italy. Since emerging in 1999 around 39555 babies have been given the name.

At its zenith in 2016, it ranked 14th when 2815 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 20 years but still performing better than most of the names.

Moreover, the name has been to the top 50 baby names 20 times Also, Nicole was a popular name in New South Wales. Over 18656 babies have been named Nicole since 1964.

When at the peak of its usage in 1975, the moniker grabbed the 2nd spot and 978 baby girls were given the name. After 39 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts.

Moreover, the first name has been to the top 5 baby names 13 times

In Ireland, Nicole was once a common name since emerging in 1964 it has been given to over 6214 babies.

At the peak of its usage in 1996,. However after 56 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts. Also, Nicole was a common name in Switzerland. Over 1914 babies have been named Nicole since 1998.

At its zenith in 1998,. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 21 years. Also, In Sweden, Nicole was once a common name since emerging in 1998 it has been given to over 1335 babies.

When at the peak of its usage in 2000,. After 10 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts. Also, In Queensland, Nicole was once a common name since emerging in 1965 it has been given to over 7410 babies.

When at the peak of its usage in 1972,. After 36 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts. Also, Nicole used to be a common name in Western Australia, first appeared in 1970 and over 2726 babies have been given the name in 18 years.

At the peak of its usage in 1974,. After 18 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts. In addition to that, the first name has been in the top 5 baby names 7 times

Nicole is a unique baby name in Netherlands, during its short term of usage, the name has been to the top 400 names.

In 2015, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 344 on girl names chart when 37 babies were named Nicole. Over 115 babies in Netherlands have been named Nicole. The given name is an uncommon baby name in Belgium, even after 23 years of use, it could not make it big.

Over 343 babies in Belgium have been named Nicole.

However things change on global perspective, Nicole is extremely popular in Germany where every 1 in 400 have the name. Also the baby name is popular in Canada, DR Congo, Australia, Chile, Burundi, Congo, Chad, Madagascar, England, South Africa, Cameroon, Rwanda, Kenya, Mozambique, Central African Republic, Austria, Philippines, Brazil, Haiti, Togo, New Zealand, Ethiopia, Spain and Benin.

As per our evaluation, over 2040000 babies have been bestowed Nicole around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
20182171416
20171831654
20161631941
20151522108
20141282528
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Nicole in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands6277180886714
Finland0001357

What numbers say about Nicole?

Nothing can stop you from living the life you imagined for yourself but watch out. You are the problem solver in your surroundings. You are a good listener, and always give the best advice, especially when it comes to relationships. When it comes to your personal life, you prefer to keep it private. Reason behind your depressive episodes that occur occasionally is being way too sensitive. Let go of your past before it ruins your future because your future is bright.

Other names similar to Nicole

  •  Egidia has its origin in Greek language is used as a girl name which is especially used in Swedish and English, Egidia means "A Latin Name Based on the Greek Word for Kid or Shield"
  •  Katria - Curious girl name Katria is largely used in English, meaning of Katria is "The Pure and Pretty" is of Old Greek origin. Katria is resulted from Karine.
  •  Eileen - Trendy and Conifer Eileen is originated from Greek, Old French and Old Greek, Eileen means "Lovable or Burst of the Sun" aimed at both boys and girls is used mostly in Norwegian and Irish
  •  Dorah - Unexpected Dorah is used chiefly in English is originated from Old Greek is a girl name, Dorah means "Given by God, A Gift and Kind". Dorah is derived from Dora.
  •  Angelin - Atypical Angelin came from Greek and Old Greek, meaning of Angelin is "Messenger" is given to girls
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Famous people named Nicole

  • Nicole Fontaine, French politician and Member of the European Parliament for the Île-de-France
  • Nicole Hackett, athlete from Australia, who competes in triathlon
  • Nicole C. Karafyllis, German-Greek philosopher and biologist
  • Nicole Grimaudo, Italian actress
  • Nicole Colaco, former field hockey player from Canada
  • Nicole Süßmilch, contestant on the first season of Deutschland sucht den Superstar
  • Nicole Tieri, contestant on American Idol
  • Nicole Cabell, American opera singer
  • Nicole Garza, American actress of film and television
  • Nicole Herschmann, German former triple jumper and bobsledder
  • Nicole Conn, film director, producer
  • Nicole Seligman, American attorney and corporate director
  • Nicole Jordan, best-selling American author of romance novels
  • Nicole Gius, Italian alpine skier
  • Nicole Murray-Ramirez,
  • Nicole Humbert, retired German pole vaulter
  • Nicole Kubes, American athlete and judoka currently living in Fort Worth
  • Nicole Speirs, made headlines in the area of Tooele
  • Nicole Mones, American novelist and food writer
  • Nicole Barber-Lane, British actress best
  • Nicole Boegman, retired Australian long jumper
  • Nicole Taylor Hart, American actress and songwriter
  • Nicole Génier, Canadian former handball player
  • Nicole Robert, former Canadian handball player
  • Nicole Petignat, Swiss former football referee
  • Nicole Cornes, union legal officer
  • Nicole Haynes, retired female track and field athlete
  • Nicole Oresme, significant philosopher of the later Middle Ages
  • Nicole Stott, American engineer and a NASA astronaut
  • Nicole King, American biologist and faculty member at the University of California
  • Nicole Kidman, Australian actress and producer
  • Nicole Brossard, leading French-Canadian formalist poet and novelist
  • Nicole Markotic, Canadian poet and novelist who lives in Windsor
  • Nicole Richie, American fashion designer, author, socialite
  • Nicole de Boer, Canadian actress
  • Nicole Brown Simpson, German-American wife of retired professional football player and actor O. J. Simpson and the mother of their two children
  • Nicole Powell, standout at Stanford University and has played for several teams
  • Nicole Appleton, English-Canadian television presenter
  • Nicole Grether, badminton player from Germany
  • Nicole Lyn, Canadian television actress
  • Nicole Luiken, Canadian science fiction and speculative fiction author of novels for teens and adults
  • Nicole Bilderback, Korean-born American actress,
  • Nicole Marie Lenz, American model, film and television actress
  • Nicole Wray, American R&B and hip hop singer
  • Nicole DeHuff, American actress
  • Nicole Parker, American comedian
  • Nicole Johnson, American beauty queen, author, actress
  • Nicole Bass, American bodybuilder, actress
  • Nicole Ari Parker, American actress and model
  • Nicole Malachowski, retired United States Air Force officer and the first female pilot selected to fly as part of the USAF Air Demonstration Squadron
  • Nicole Farhi, French fashion designer and sculptor born in Nice
  • Nicole Vaidišová, former professional tennis player
  • Nicole Narain, American model and actress of Guyanese descent

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