How Many People Are Named Nikol?

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

Nikol
Very Rare
Greek

Nikol, a rare Greek name, stands out among 846 people in the US today, making up just 1 in 390,166 Americans. Its peak popularity was in 1971 with 40 births, but it's still considered a timeless choice.

~846
Living in US
1 in 390,166
Americans
1971
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Creative variant of Ayla
🌐
Origin
Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Innovative Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spirituality, and a deep connection with the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

39,772
Worldwide Bearers
#22,293
Global Rank
🇬🇷 Greece
24,348
🇨🇿 Czechia
10,234
🇺🇸 United States
1,181
🇧🇬 Bulgaria
742
🇨🇱 Chile
406
🇵🇱 Poland
330
🇦🇲 Armenia
294
🇪🇸 Spain
239
🇩🇪 Germany
176
🇦🇱 Albania
137

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
846 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 37
286
Would be under 30 (33%)
588
Would be 30–60 (67%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 874 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: 1971

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
86
Classic Feel
48
Modern Appeal
62
International
99

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

📜 Nikol Through the Generations

Nikol, a name steeped in Greek heritage, has seen its highest usage in the United States during the early 1970s. With 874 total births recorded since its introduction, Nikol's presence remains modest yet distinctive. The name's current demographic shows a balanced distribution, with 33% of Nikol's under 30 years old and 67% aged between 30 and 60, indicating a steady appeal across different age groups.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 29
New York 15
Pennsylvania 8
Florida 5
Illinois 5
Ohio 5

✨ Similar Names to Nikol

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nikol's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Nikol

How Many People Have the Name Nikol?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 846 people in the United States currently share the name Nikol. That works out to roughly 1 in every 390,166 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nikol a Common or Rare Name?

Nikol is classified as Very 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 Nikol Mean?

Nikol means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Nikol Most Popular?

The name Nikol reached peak popularity in 1971, with 40 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly 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 Nikol?

Approximately 846 people named Nikol live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 874. That works out to roughly 1 in 390,166 Americans.

Is Nikol a rare name?

Nikol is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 390,166 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nikol mean?

Nikol means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Nikol more male or female?

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

When was Nikol most popular?

Nikol peaked in 1971 with 40 births that year. Current trend: Slowly 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 US846
All-Time Births874
1 in X1 in 390,166
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age37
Peak Year1971
World Rank#22,293
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.