Nichola
Nichola: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Nichola
- A female given name from Ancient Greek, variant of Nicola.
How popular is Nichola?
Since 1880, 864 girls and 127 boys in the U.S. have been named Nichola (87% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1948 in 1969. Its highest rank for boys was #3628 in 1982. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Sibling name ideas for Nichola
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Nichola FAQ
What does the name Nichola mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek, variant of Nicola.
What is the origin of the name Nichola?
Nichola is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Nichola?
Since 1880, 864 girls and 127 boys in the U.S. have been named Nichola (87% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1948 in 1969. Its highest rank for boys was #3628 in 1982. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Nichola a boy or girl name?
Nichola is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (864 girls and 127 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.