Nicole

Meaning of Nicole

Nicole means "victory of the people." It's related to the name Nicholas.

Nicole has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Nicole

Nicole has cooled off, slipping to #383 in 2025, down from a peak of #31 in 2000.

Notable people named Nicole

• Nicole Kidman
  Australian actress and producer
• Nicole Scherzinger
  American singer and dancer
• Nicole Richie
  American television personality
• Nicole Ari Parker
  American actress
• Nicole Beharie
  American actress

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Questions about the name Nicole

What does the name Nicole mean?

Nicole means nicole means "victory of the people." it's related to the name nicholas, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Nicole a boy's or a girl's name?

Nicole is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Nicole?

In 2025, Nicole ranked #383 for girls, down from #318 the year before.

When was Nicole most popular?

Nicole peaked at #31 in 2000.