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Nicolle
Pronounced nih-KOL /nɪˈkɒl/High
Meaning: Feminine form of Nicolas, from Greek 'Nikolaos': 'nike' (victory) + 'laos' (people), meaning 'victory of the people.'High
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Nicole is the French feminine form of Nicolas (Nicholas), which derives from the Greek Nikolaos. The name entered wide use across Europe through Saint Nicholas, whose popularity in medieval Christianity made Nicolas and its derivatives among the most common names in the Western world. Nicole became fashionable as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in France and the English-speaking world.
The spelling Nicolle with a double-l is less common than Nicole but carries an unmistakably French elegance. It enjoyed popularity in the 1970s–1990s and has maintained quiet, sophisticated use since. The double-l variant reflects French orthographic influence and offers a subtle point of distinction.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Nicolle Wallace (1972–present)American political commentator and author who anchors MSNBC's 'Deadline: White House' and is a former White House Communications Director.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Nicolle mean?
Nicolle means 'victory of the people,' from the Greek Nikolaos (nike = victory, laos = people). It is a variant spelling of Nicole.
How do you pronounce Nicolle?
Nicolle is pronounced nih-KOL, with two syllables and emphasis on the second, identical to Nicole.
Is Nicolle a boy or girl name?
Nicolle is a girl's name, being the feminine form of Nicholas.
How popular is Nicolle?
Nicolle is less common than Nicole but has steady use in English-speaking and French-speaking countries. It peaked in popularity during the 1980s and 1990s.