Nicole: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ne-e-ko-hle-h

Nicole Nicole

Popularity: 373

Origin: France

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read

Region Origin: Western Europe

Meaning: Victory

Nicole is a feminine name of Greek origin, meaning "victory of the people". It is the feminine form of the masculine name Nicolas, which is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. The name is composed of the elements "nikē" (victory) and "laos" (the people). The name Nicole has been popular since the Middle Ages in France to honor St. Nicholas. Some famous bearers of this name include actress Nicole Kidman. The name Nicole is often associated with victory, signifying a child as a gift to its parents and community.

Nicole Name Popularity Data

Nicole is currently #373 in the popularity of the name rankings.

Girl: Nicole is currently #197 on Kiindred Girl Names

Overall Unique: Nicole is currently #370 on Kiindred Unique Names

Girl Unique: Nicole is currently #197 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Nicole

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Nicole, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

Nicole Kidman: Nicole Kidman is an Australian-American actress and producer known for her roles in films such as "Moulin Rouge!," "The Hours," and "Big Little Lies."
Nicole Scherzinger: Nicole Scherzinger is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and television personality known for being the lead singer of the Pussycat Dolls and her work on "The X Factor."
Nicole Richie: Nicole Richie is an American television personality, fashion designer, actress, and author known for her role on the reality TV show "The Simple Life."
Nicole Polizzi: Nicole Polizzi, also known as Snooki, is an American reality television personality known for her role on "Jersey Shore."
Nicole Krauss: Nicole Krauss is an American author known for her novels "The History of Love" and "Great House."

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