Nicky
Nicky: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɪki/
Meaning and origin of Nicky
- A diminutive of the female given names Nicola, Nichola, Nicole, and Nichole.
- A diminutive of the male given name Nicholas.
Etymology
Diminutives + -y.
How popular is Nicky?
Since 1880, 1,967 girls and 7,475 boys in the U.S. have been named Nicky (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1702 in 1973. Its highest rank for boys was #471 in 1959. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Nicky
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Nicky
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Nicky FAQ
What does the name Nicky mean?
A diminutive of the female given names Nicola, Nichola, Nicole, and Nichole. A diminutive of the male given name Nicholas. Diminutives + -y.
How popular is the name Nicky?
Since 1880, 1,967 girls and 7,475 boys in the U.S. have been named Nicky (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1702 in 1973. Its highest rank for boys was #471 in 1959. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nicky a boy or girl name?
Nicky is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,967 girls and 7,475 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.