Nicole is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #5323 in 2001 with 14 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1999 with 22 births ranking #3556. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 30.0%. In 2001, approximately 1 in every 138,774 boys born was named Nicole. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Nicole is a polished classic meaning 'victory of the people'. It feels streamlined, familiar, and quietly strong.
The name became especially popular in the twentieth century and retains an easy sophistication. Its Greek root gives it substance beneath a smooth French finish.