Nichols
Nichols: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɪkəlz/
Meaning and origin of Nichols
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
From Nichol, medieval vernacular form of the given name Nicholas + the patronymic suffix -s.
How popular is Nichols?
Since 1880, 758 boys in the U.S. have been named Nichols. Its highest rank for boys was #1359 in 1987. 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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Nichols FAQ
What does the name Nichols mean?
A surname transferred from the given name. From Nichol, medieval vernacular form of the given name Nicholas + the patronymic suffix -s.
What is the origin of the name Nichols?
Nichols is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Nichols?
Since 1880, 758 boys in the U.S. have been named Nichols. Its highest rank for boys was #1359 in 1987. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Nichols a boy or girl name?
Nichols is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 758 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.