Nikole
“Victory of the people”
Greece origin · Girl name
#6335US 2023
19Births / yr
↓Falling
6.9kAll-time births
📅 Since 196200.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Nikole
ni-kol(english)
/ni-kol(english)/ · · 3 syllables
“Victory of the people”
Greece origin · Girl name
What does Nikole mean and where does it come from?
Nikole is a variant of the name Nicole, which is derived from the Greek name Νικόλαος (Nikolaos), meaning 'victory of the people'. It has also been adapted into various cultures, including Hebrew where it carries meanings related to divine provision. The name has gained popularity in modern English-
Cultural significance
Nikole has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of victory of the people.
Peak popularity
Reached #690 in 1972 — currently #6335 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Nikole?
Nikole works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Nikole Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Nikole Rose
Floral · soft ending
Nikole Mae
Sweet · timeless
Nikole Claire
French influence · crisp
Nikole Jane
Literary · strong
Nikole Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Nikole right now?
Falling — down 580 spots — currently #6335 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Nikole
Nikole is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1962. With 6,890 total births recorded, Nikole remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1107 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6335 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Nikole in 1972:
Nikole by decade
Nikole peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 159 | |
| 1970s | 1,575 | |
| 1980s | 1,799 | |
| 1990s ★ | 1,863 | |
| 2000s | 938 | |
| 2010s | 531 | |
| 2020s | 25 |
With 6,890 total births, Nikole is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Nikole?
BULGARIAN
Nikolina
CROATIAN
LinaNikolina
DUTCH
KlasinaKlazinaNicoletNicoline
ENGLISH
NickyNikki
What names sound and feel like Nikole?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Nikole also consider these
How is Nikole written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Nikole?
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 Nikole
What does the name Nikole mean?
Nikole means "Victory of the people" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Nikole?
Nikole is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Nikole?
Nikole originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Nikole?
Nikole pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Nikole a common or rare name?
Nikole is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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