Nichol
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Feminine Of Nicholas People's Victory.
- Origin
- French
Nichol Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,900 baby girls have been named Nichol. The name peaked in 1979 with 195 US births that year (rank #811).
Top States for Nichol
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Nichol births are: California (378), Ohio (157), Pennsylvania (139).
Other French-Origin Names Like Nichol
If you like Nichol's French origin, consider these related names: Abelia, Abella, Acel, Aceline, Adalene. Browse all French names →
6-Letter Names Starting with N
Names with Nichol's exact length and starting letter: Naamah, Naaman, Naamit, Naavah, Nabhan.
Quick Facts About Nichol
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nichole | Feminine Of Nicholas People's Victory. | Female | French |
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Compare Nichol to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Nichol against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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