Nicky

French feminine variation of Nicholas, Greek

"people of victory"

Nicky Origin and Meaning

The name Nicky is a girl's name.

Nicky is a feminine name that functions as both a nickname and a standalone given name. It traditionally serves as a diminutive for Nicole (feminine) or Nicholas (masculine), though when used for girls, it's most commonly associated with Nicole. The name Nicole derives from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.' Nicky gained popularity as a given name in its own right during the mid-20th century when nickname-names became fashionable. It carries a friendly, approachable quality with a touch of playfulness. The name experienced peak usage for girls in the 1970s and 1980s but maintains a timeless appeal. Nicky balances casual charm with a bright, energetic character that works well across different life stages.

Famous People Named Nicky

• Nicholai Olivia "Nicky" Hilton American heiress
• Nicky Mehta Canadian singer,songwriter of folk band The Wailin' Jennys
• Felicia Nicolette C. "Nicky" Gavron British politician; former Deputy Mayor of London
• Nicky Whelan (b. 1981) Australian actress & model was in the 2011 film "Hall Pass"

The name Nicky in Pop Culture

• Nicole "Nicky" Nichols character on "Orange is the New Black"
• Nicky Anais Little best friend of the title character on animated series "Pepper Ann"