Nichol
Nichol is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Victory of the people.
Origin and history
Nichol is a variant spelling of Nicholas or Nicole, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. While traditionally a medieval surname or masculine variant, it has been used as a feminine given name in the U.S., particularly during the late 20th century. Today, it is an uncommon spelling variant for girls in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
2,900 babies in the United States have been named Nichol since 1880. It ranks #3292 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.9 %)
- OH (10.8 %)
- PA (9.5 %)
- IL (8.4 %)
- NY (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 153 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,428 |
| 1980-1990 | 971 |
| 1990-2000 | 268 |
| 2000-2010 | 69 |
| 2010-2019 | 6 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Nikki, Nic, Cole
Fun facts
- Nichol originated in medieval England and Scotland as a vernacular form of Nicholas before becoming a surname and later a given name.
- In modern U.S. usage for females, it frequently serves as a phonetic variant of the French name Nicole.