Nicholle Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: NIK-ohl //nɪˈkoʊl//
Origin: French; English
Meaning: French: victory of the people; English: derived from Nicholas
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nicholle is a variant of the name Nicole, which has its roots in the Greek name Nikolaos, composed of the elements 'nikē' meaning 'victory' and 'laos' meaning 'people.' This name was adopted into Latin as Nicolaus and subsequently made its way into Old French as Nicolas. The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Norman names were introduced into the English lexicon.
The feminine form, Nicole, emerged in the 20th century, with Nicholle being a variant that reflects a trend towards unique spellings in names during that period. Historically, the name Nicole and its variants have been borne by various notable figures, including Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity and later the inspiration for the modern figure of Santa Claus.
The name gained further prominence through its use in literature and religious texts, particularly in the medieval period, when the veneration of saints was widespread. The name's association with victory and people has contributed to its enduring appeal across cultures.
Culturally, Nicholle and its variants have been embraced in various societies, often symbolizing strength and community. The name has been used in various artistic and literary contexts, reinforcing its significance.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Nikki have emerged, reflecting a more casual or affectionate usage. Overall, Nicholle carries with it a rich historical and cultural legacy that highlights its roots in victory and community.
Famous people named Nicholle
In this section, you will find notable people named Nicholle. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Nicholle who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Nicholle who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Nicholle Tom is an actress best known for The Brady Bunch Movie, Beethoven, and The Princess Diaries.
Nicholle Nordeman is a singer-songwriter best known for her albums This Mystery, Wide Eyed, and Brave.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nicholle was first seen in the United States in 1966.
Nicholle has ranked as high as #3198 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Nicholle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Nicholle is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Nicholle was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Nicholle.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 | 7 |
| 2008 | 12 | 12 |
| 2007 | 11 | 11 |
| 2006 | 9 | 9 |
| 2005 | 12 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 | 8 |
| 2003 | 16 | 16 |
| 2002 | 17 | 17 |
| 2001 | 17 | 17 |
| 2000 | 23 | 23 |
| 1999 | 27 | 27 |
| 1998 | 30 | 30 |
| 1997 | 42 | 42 |
| 1996 | 45 | 45 |
| 1995 | 44 | 44 |
| 1994 | 73 | 73 |
| 1993 | 65 | 65 |
| 1992 | 52 | 52 |
| 1991 | 47 | 47 |
| 1990 | 58 | 58 |
| 1989 | 68 | 68 |
| 1988 | 59 | 59 |
| 1987 | 67 | 67 |
| 1986 | 54 | 54 |
| 1985 | 63 | 63 |
| 1984 | 62 | 62 |
| 1983 | 50 | 50 |
| 1982 | 54 | 54 |
| 1981 | 58 | 58 |
| 1980 | 64 | 64 |
| 1979 | 70 | 70 |
| 1978 | 62 | 62 |
| 1977 | 55 | 55 |
| 1976 | 39 | 39 |
| 1975 | 45 | 45 |
| 1974 | 41 | 41 |
| 1973 | 60 | 60 |
| 1972 | 60 | 60 |
| 1971 | 37 | 37 |
| 1970 | 58 | 58 |
| 1969 | 40 | 40 |
| 1968 | 19 | 19 |
| 1967 | 5 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Nicholle (2003)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |