Nicole is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #6509 in 2005 with 12 recorded births. This places Nicole in the top 49% 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 40.0%. In 2005, approximately 1 in every 166,429 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.