Nicole

The name Nicole is the feminine form of Nicolas (Νικόλας) and is common in both German and French. Nicolas itself is a shortened form of Nikolaus, whose origin lies in the Ancient Greek Nikolaos (Νικόλαος). The direct translation of the name is 'the victor of the people', 'the victor who comes from the people', as well as 'the victory of the people'.

What does the name Nicole mean?

Nicole is the feminine variant of Nicolas and is derived from Nikolaus, which traces back to the Ancient Greek name Nikolaos. Literally translated, the name means 'the victor of the people', 'the victor over the people', and 'the victory of the people'. Its origin can be found in Ancient Greek, derived from the elements níkē (νίκη), meaning 'victory', and laós (λαός), meaning 'the people', 'the army', or 'the warrior people'. The name made its way into German naming conventions in the 20th century, originally from French. Between 1970 and 1990, Nicole was among the most popular girls' names in Germany. The name's spread is also attributed to the veneration of Saint Nicholas, who was the Bishop of Myra in the 4th century. In Christian countries, there are various traditions associated with him. In English-speaking regions, he is often referred to as Santa Claus. In French-speaking areas, Nicole can also occur as a surname. Variants of the name include Nicki, Nickiya, Nicoletta, Nicolette, Nicollette, and Nicolea. Notable bearers of the name include actresses Nicole Kidman and Nicole Heesters.

Where does the name Nicole come from?

The name Nicole has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the victor of the people'.

How do you pronounce Nicole?

The pronunciation of Nicole is clearly structured and usually two to three syllables. In German, the name is pronounced as 'Ni-col-e' [niˈkɔlə], with the emphasis on the middle syllable featuring an open 'o'. The bright 'i' at the beginning and the soft '-e' at the end create a harmonious sound. Nicole conveys a modern and feminine impression - stylish, present, and balanced.

When is the name day of Nicole?

The name day for Nicole is celebrated on December 6.

Popularity

Nicole has undergone a remarkable development as a female first name in Germany. After initial rarity in the 1930s to 1950s, the significance of the name steadily increased compared to other names.

Nicknames & pet names

Coco / Cola / Cole / Coli / Coll / Colla / Colle / Colli / Collie / Collo / Colly / Elocin / Kiki / Kohl / Kölchen / Loci / Nana / Ni / Nic / Nica / Nicci / Niccy / Nice / Nicekole / Nicel / Nicelodeon / Nici / Nicita / Nick / Nickel / Nickelodeon / Nickeloxid / Nicken / Nicki / Nicki-Dicki / Nicki-Kiki / Nicki-Küken / Nicki-Schatz / Nicki-Schatzi / Nicki-Spatz / Nickilein / Nickilinchen / Nickl / Nicky / Nicl / Nico / Nicocacola / Nicol / Nicola e Bart / Nicolaschka / Nicolechen / Nicoletta / Nicoli / Nicolina / Nicoline / Nicolitsch / Nicollette / Nicolli / Nicool / Nicorette / Nicsi / Nicy / Nicölschchen / Niekohl / Niekohle / Niesi / Nigge / Niggi / Nigls / Nigo / Nigoll / Nik / Niki / Nikilo / Nikki / Nikkilein / Niko / Nikol / Nikosch / Nikoscha / Nikotin / Nikuscha / Nikuschka / Nikölsche / Nikölsken / Ninchen / Nine / Nini / Nischi / Nischole / Noll

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Famous people

• Hayley Nicole Williams (singer of Paramore)
• Jessica Nicole Anderson (Lithuanian musician)
• Kendall Nicole Jenner (American model)
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• Nicole Adele Spiekermann (actress from Germany)
• Nicole Aish (American long-distance runner)
• Nicole Anderson (actress (JONAS))
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• Nicole Atkins (singer)
• Nicole Badila (musician and bassist)
• Nicole Bilderback (actress from America)
• Nicole Boerner (model from the USA)
• Nicole Bolton (cricketer from Australia)
• Nicole Boroczinski (German footballer)
• Nicole Campbell-Green (Jamaican footballer)
• Nicole Cooke (British road cyclist)
• Nicole Cooley (American writer)
• Nicole da Silva (singer and actress)
• Nicole de Boer (actress from Canada)