Nichole
About Nichole
Nichole is a feminine name, a variant spelling of Nicole, which itself is the French feminine form of Nicholas. The name derives from Greek elements 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'laos' meaning 'people,' thus conveying 'victory of the people.' This variation with an 'h' became particularly popular in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, offering a slightly more distinctive spelling than the more traditional Nicole. The name has a soft, feminine sound while maintaining a certain strength in its meaning. Though its peak popularity has passed, Nichole remains recognizable without being overly common. The name's classic roots provide substance, while its familiar sound ensures easy pronunciation and recognition across various cultures.
Pronounced NIK-ole.
As of October 2026, Nichole ranked #3373 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #93 in 1983.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,549 | 141 | 78.9 |
| 2015 | #1,826 | 114 | 63.9 |
| 2016 | #1,784 | 117 | 66 |
| 2017 | #2,001 | 99 | 57.3 |
| 2018 | #2,527 | 70 | 41.2 |
| 2019 | #2,447 | 73 | 43.5 |
| 2020 | #3,083 | 52 | 32.2 |
| 2021 | #2,776 | 62 | 37.8 |
| 2022 | #3,519 | 45 | 27.4 |
| 2023 | #3,411 | 47 | 29.3 |
| 2024 | #3,358 | 47 | 29 |
| 2025 | #3,373 | 46 | 28.6 |
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