Nicolle
2025 SSA
About Nicolle
Nicolle is a feminine name that serves as a French-influenced variant of Nicole, which itself is the female form of Nicholas. The name ultimately derives from Greek elements meaning 'victory of the people.' The spelling with two 'l's adds a touch of French elegance to the classic name. Nicolle enjoyed modest popularity in the 1970s and 1980s but has since become less common, making it feel both familiar and distinctive. The name carries an air of sophistication while remaining approachable and easy to pronounce. Nicolle offers parents a slightly unique twist on the more standard Nicole, providing a name with recognized roots but a touch of uncommon flair. The name works well across different age groups and maintains its appeal from childhood through adulthood.
Pronounced nih-KOL.
As of October 2026, Nicolle ranked #2678 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #713 in 1970.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,405 | 47 | 26.3 |
| 2015 | #2,991 | 58 | 32.5 |
| 2016 | #3,002 | 56 | 31.6 |
| 2017 | #3,534 | 44 | 25.5 |
| 2018 | #3,778 | 40 | 23.5 |
| 2019 | #3,893 | 38 | 22.6 |
| 2020 | #3,891 | 37 | 22.9 |
| 2021 | #3,780 | 40 | 24.4 |
| 2022 | #3,634 | 43 | 26.2 |
| 2023 | #3,074 | 54 | 33.7 |
| 2024 | #3,033 | 54 | 33.3 |
| 2025 | #2,678 | 65 | 40.4 |
Nicolle on lists
Famous Nicolles
- Nicolle Wallace
American political commentator
- Nicolle Velez
Miss Earth United States 2013
- Nicolle Katherine Payne
American water polo player
- Nicolle Galyon
American songwriter
- Charles Nicolle
winner of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine