Nikole

Nikole: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameFrench origin

Pronunciation (IPA): /nɪˈkəʊl/ · /nɪˈkoʊl/

Meaning and origin of Nikole

  • A female given name.

Etymology

Borrowed from the French Nicole, from Ancient Greek Νικόλαος (Nikólaos), from νίκη (níkē, “victory”) + λαός (laós, “people”).

How popular is Nikole?

18U.S. babies in 2025
#689peak rank (1972)
6,982babies since 1880

Since 1880, 6,982 girls in the U.S. have been named Nikole. Its highest rank for girls was #689 in 1972. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Nikole FAQ

What does the name Nikole mean?

A female given name. Borrowed from the French Nicole, from Ancient Greek Νικόλαος (Nikólaos), from νίκη (níkē, “victory”) + λαός (laós, “people”).

What is the origin of the name Nikole?

Nikole is listed as a name of French origin.

How popular is the name Nikole?

Since 1880, 6,982 girls in the U.S. have been named Nikole. Its highest rank for girls was #689 in 1972. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Nikole a boy or girl name?

Nikole is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,982 girls and 0 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.