Nicoline
“Victory of the people”
Latin origin · Girl name
#920US 2023
1.3kBirths / yr
→Stable
28All-time births
📅 Since 191200
How to pronounce Nicoline
nee·koh·LEE·nee
/niː.koʊ.ˈliː.niː/ · stress on LEE · 4 syllables
“Victory of the people”
Latin origin · Girl name
What does Nicoline mean and where does it come from?
Nicoline is a feminine diminutive of the name Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Νικόλαος (Nikolaos), composed of the elements 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people). It is popular in various countries, including the Netherlands and France. In some cultures, Nicoline may also be seen as a variation
Cultural significance
Nicoline has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Latin-speaking communities, where it reflects values of victory of the people.
Peak popularity
Reached #2956 in 1912 — currently #920 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Nicoline?
Nicoline works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Nicoline Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Nicoline Rose
Floral · soft ending
Nicoline Mae
Sweet · timeless
Nicoline Claire
French influence · crisp
Nicoline Jane
Literary · strong
Nicoline Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Nicoline right now?
Holding steady — currently #920 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Nicoline
Nicoline entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 28 total births recorded, Nicoline remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13562 in 1995 to #920 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Nicoline in 1912:
Nicoline by decade
Nicoline peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s ★ | 13 | |
| 1920s | 5 | |
| 1990s | 10 |
Nicoline has only 28 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Nicoline?
CROATIAN
Lina
FRENCH
Colette
ITALIAN
Lina
ANCIENT GREEK
NicolausNikolaos
Famous people named Nicoline
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Nicoline (Renaissance scholar)
Nicoline used this name during the Latin revival of the Renaissance, reinforcing its classical prestige.
What names sound and feel like Nicoline?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Nicoline also consider these
How is Nicoline written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Nicoline?
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 Nicoline
What does the name Nicoline mean?
Nicoline means "Victory of the people" — a name rooted in Latin 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 Nicoline?
Nicoline is currently ranked #920 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Nicoline?
Nicoline originates from Latin tradition. Latin names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Nicoline?
Nicoline is a four-syllable name pronounced N IY0 K OW0 L IY1 N IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Nicoline?
Nicoline pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Latin heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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