Nicole is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #4648 in 2002 with 17 recorded births. This places Nicole in the top 37% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 1999 with 22 births ranking #3556. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 15.0%. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 114,204 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.