"Nic" Names for Girls

Nicanora is a feminine name with Greek and Spanish roots, derived from the masculine Nicanor, which means "victor" or "conqueror." This powerful name carries connotations of triumph, strength, and achievement. The feminine form adds a flowing, melodic quality while maintaining the name's strong essence. Nicanora has historical connections to ancient Greece but has been more commonly used in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name remains relatively rare, appealing to parents seeking distinctive names with classical origins and empowering meanings. Its four melodic syllables create a rhythmic, memorable sound pattern. Nicanora offers a balance of strength and elegance, with the gravitas of classical origins and the accessibility of familiar sound patterns.

Nicola, an elegant Latinate feminization of Nicholas, has long been standard issue for English girls but for some reason has never voyaged across the Atlantic, which we consider a pity, especially as Nicole's standing has waned.

Nicole was derived from Nicholas, the English variation of the Greek Nikolaos, composed of the compounds nike, meaning "victory," and laos, "people." The variation Nicole arose in the Middle Ages in France to honor St. Nicholas. Names related to Nicole include Colette, Nicolette, Nika, Nicola, and Nicolina.

Nicolette is the ultra-feminine name of an enchanting princess in the medieval French romance, Aucassin et Nicolette, a name that got stacks of publicity in the heyday of Desperate Housewives and its star Nicolette Sheridan. It was also the name of Chloe Sevigny's character in Big Love.

Cool goddess name, but you might need to brace yourself for lots of sneaker jokes, depending on where you live.

Redolent of Khrushchev and la femme.