Nicole is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #162 in 2016 with 1,954 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 11,134 births ranking #22. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 82.5%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 907 girls born was named Nicole. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.