How Many People Are Named Nichole?

Complete statistics for the name Nichole: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Nichole
Rare
Greek

Nichole means 'victory of the people' and it's pretty rare, with only 1 in 5,344 Americans sharing this name. There are around 61,754 people named Nichole living in the US today, and interestingly, the name peaked way back in 1985.

~61,754
Living in US
1 in 5,344
Americans
1985
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Victory of the people
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Confident Determined
3
Life Path Number

Life path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

61,754
Worldwide Bearers
#13,569
Global Rank
🇨🇳 China
105
🇰🇪 Kenya
102
🇨🇱 Chile
67
🇲🇾 Malaysia
63
🇳🇿 New Zealand
45
🇶🇦 Qatar
43
🇸🇪 Sweden
41
🇸🇬 Singapore
35
🇹🇭 Thailand
28
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales
27

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
172 (0%)
♀ Female
61,582 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 41
6,772
Would be under 30 (11%)
56,824
Would be 30–60 (89%)
310
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 63,906 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1985

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
43
Modern Appeal
57
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Nichole Through the Generations

Nichole has seen its popularity rise and fall over the decades, reaching its peak in 1985 when 2,962 babies were given this name. Today, most people named Nichole are between 30 and 60 years old, showing how the name has maintained a steady presence through the generations. With an estimated 61,754 Nicholes alive in the US, it's clear that while the name isn't as popular now as it once was, it still holds a special place among those who carry it.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 7,228
Michigan 3,983
Ohio 3,946
Pennsylvania 3,704
New York 3,488
Illinois 3,076
Texas 2,797
Florida 2,618
Indiana 1,852
Washington 1,805

✨ Similar Names to Nichole

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nichole's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Nichole

How Many People Have the Name Nichole?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 61,754 people in the United States currently share the name Nichole. That works out to roughly 1 in every 5,344 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Nichole a Common or Rare Name?

Nichole is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Nichole Mean?

Nichole means "victory of the people" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Nichole in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Nichole Most Popular?

The name Nichole reached peak popularity in 1985, with 2,962 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Nichole?

Approximately 61,754 people named Nichole live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 63,906. That works out to roughly 1 in 5,344 Americans.

Is Nichole a rare name?

Nichole is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 5,344 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nichole mean?

Nichole means "victory of the people" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Nichole more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Nichole are male and 100% are female.

When was Nichole most popular?

Nichole peaked in 1985 with 2,962 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US61,754
All-Time Births63,906
1 in X1 in 5,344
RarityRare
GenderFemale
Avg Age41
Peak Year1985
World Rank#13,569
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.