Nichole
“victory of the people”
France origin · Unisex name
#526US 2023
1.7kBirths / yr
→Stable
63.7kAll-time births
📅 Since 1942🏆 4 years in top 1000.18% of births at peak
How to pronounce Nichole
ni-kol
/ni-kol/ · · 3 syllables
“victory of the people”
France origin · Unisex name
What does Nichole mean and where does it come from?
Nichole is a female variation of the male name Nicholas, which has Greek origins and means 'victory of the people'. The name became widely popular due to the influence of St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. It has been common across various cultures, especially in France a
Cultural significance
Nichole has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of victory of the people.
Peak popularity
Reached #93 in 1983 — currently #526 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Nichole?
Nichole works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Nichole Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Nichole Rose
Floral · soft ending
Nichole Mae
Sweet · timeless
Nichole Claire
French influence · crisp
Nichole Jane
Literary · strong
Nichole Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Nichole right now?
Holding steady — currently #526 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Nichole
Nichole entered American naming records in 1942 and has been in use for over 82 years. Its peak popularity was #93 in 1983. A total of 63,691 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3365 in 1945 to #526 in 2023. Nichole is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Nichole in 1983:
Nichole by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 60 | |
| 1950s | 58 | |
| 1960s | 1,486 | |
| 1970s | 18,580 | |
| 1980s ★ | 27,340 | |
| 1990s | 11,544 | |
| 2000s | 3,280 | |
| 2010s | 1,291 | |
| 2020s | 52 |
What are good nicknames for Nichole?
BULGARIAN
Nikolina
CROATIAN
LinaNikolina
DUTCH
KlasinaKlazinaNicoletNicoline
ENGLISH
NickyNikki
What names sound and feel like Nichole?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Nichole also consider these
How is Nichole written in other languages?
Gender variants of Nichole
Nicolaus ANCIENT GREEKNikolaos ANCIENT GREEKNikola BASQUENikola BULGARIANNikolai BULGARIANNikolay BULGARIANNicolau CATALANNikica CROATIANNiko CROATIANNikola CROATIANNikša CROATIANMikoláš CZECHMikula CZECHMikuláš CZECHNikola CZECHCai DANISHCaj DANISHClaus DANISHKai DANISHKaj DANISHKay DANISHKlaus DANISHNels DANISHNiels DANISHNiklas DANISHNikolaj DANISHNils DANISHKai DUTCHKlaas DUTCHNick DUTCHNico DUTCHNicolaas DUTCHNiek DUTCHNikolaas DUTCHColin ENGLISHCollin ENGLISHNic ENGLISHNicholas ENGLISHNick ENGLISHNickolas ENGLISHNicky ENGLISHNik ENGLISHNikolas ENGLISHNiĉjo ESPERANTONikolao ESPERANTONigul ESTONIANKai FINNISHKlaus FINNISHLauno FINNISHNiilo FINNISHNiklas FINNISHNiko FINNISHNicolas FRENCHKai FRISIANKay FRISIANKlaes FRISIANNicolau GALICIANNika GEORGIANNikoloz GEORGIANNikusha GEORGIANSWISS(Niklaus GERMANClaus GERMANKai GERMANKay GERMANKlaus GERMANNickolaus GERMANNico GERMANNicolaus GERMANNiklas GERMANNikolaus GERMANNicolaos GREEKNik GREEKNikolaos GREEKNikolas GREEKKolos HUNGARIANMiklós HUNGARIANMiksa HUNGARIANNioclás IRISHNiccolò ITALIANNico ITALIANNicola ITALIANNicolao ITALIANNicolò ITALIANNikolajs LATVIANKlaos LIMBURGISHKlaas LOW GERMANNikola MACEDONIANNikolche MACEDONIANNikora MAORICol MEDIEVAL ENGLISHNichol MEDIEVAL ENGLISHNicol MEDIEVAL ENGLISHNikola MEDIEVAL SLAVICCai NORWEGIANCaj NORWEGIANKai NORWEGIANKaj NORWEGIANKay NORWEGIANKlaus NORWEGIANNiklas NORWEGIANNils NORWEGIANMikołaj POLISHNico PORTUGUESENicolau PORTUGUESENeculai ROMANIANNicolae ROMANIANNicu ROMANIANNicușor ROMANIANKolya RUSSIANNikolai RUSSIANNikolay RUSSIANNeacel SCOTTISHNichol SCOTTISHNicol SCOTTISHNikica SERBIANNikola SERBIANMikuláš SLOVAKMiklavž SLOVENENik SLOVENENiko SLOVENENikola SLOVENENikolaj SLOVENENico SPANISHNicolás SPANISHCai SWEDISHCaj SWEDISHClaes SWEDISHKai SWEDISHKaj SWEDISHKay SWEDISHKlas SWEDISHNiklas SWEDISHNils SWEDISHMykola UKRAINIAN
Common questions about the name Nichole
What does the name Nichole mean?
Nichole means "victory of the people" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Nichole?
Nichole is currently ranked #526 as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Nichole?
Nichole originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Nichole?
Nichole pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Nichole more of a girl or boy name?
Nichole is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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