Nikki

Meaning of Nikki

Nikki is usually a short form of the name Nicole, which means "victory of the people."

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

Popularity of Nikki

After ranking as high as #585 in 2000, Nikki has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Nikki

• Nicki Minaj
  Rapper, singer, and songwriter
• Nikki Haley
  Politician, former UN Ambassador
• Nikki Reed
  Actress and screenwriter
• Nikki Sixx
  Musician (female)
• Nikki Bella
  Professional wrestler and actress

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Questions about the name Nikki

What does the name Nikki mean?

Nikki means nikki is usually a short form of the name nicole, which means "victory of the people.", and it comes from Greek origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Nikki?

Nikki did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Nikki most popular?

Nikki peaked at #585 in 2000.