Nikki
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Nikki
Nikki as a masculine name represents a diminutive form of Nicholas or Nikolas, though it's more commonly used for females in many Western cultures. Derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, it means 'victory of the people.' For boys, Nikki has gained traction as an independent name particularly in Nordic countries and occasionally in English-speaking regions. The name offers a friendly, approachable quality with its short form and easy pronunciation. While less common for males than females in the United States and United Kingdom, its usage for boys has remained steady in a limited fashion. Parents may choose Nikki for their sons seeking a name that combines traditional roots with a contemporary, slightly unconventional feel.
Nikki for girls#3504 US
Nikki was the it-girl name of the 1970s and '80s as both a short form of Top 10 favorite Nicole and as a given name itself.
As a Punjabi name, Nikki is usually a pet name for youngest daughters. Nikku is the male equivalent.
Pronounced NIK-ee.
As of October 2026, Nikki ranked #13493 in US births in 2020 SSA, peaked at #1529 in 1972.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #1,550 | 141 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #1,604 | 134 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #2,141 | 91 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #1,885 | 108 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #2,290 | 80 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #2,421 | 74 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | #2,674 | 63 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #2,630 | 66 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | #2,810 | 61 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | #3,075 | 54 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #3,426 | 46 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | #3,504 | 44 |
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