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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: nee-KO-lo /niˈkoʊloʊ/
Origin: Italian; Latin
Meaning: Italian: Victory of the people; Latin: Victory
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nicolo is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which is 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 various languages, including Italian as Niccolò, from which Nicolo is a diminutive or variant form. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Latin and Italian forms, particularly during the Renaissance when classical names gained popularity in English-speaking regions.
Historically, the name has been borne by several notable figures, including Saint Nicholas of Myra, a 4th-century bishop whose legendary acts of generosity led to the modern figure of Santa Claus. The veneration of Saint Nicholas has been significant in Christian traditions, particularly in the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic churches, where his feast day is celebrated on December 6.
The name also appears in various historical texts and translations, including the Vulgate, the Latin version of the Bible, which helped disseminate the name across Europe. Culturally, Nicolo and its variants have been associated with themes of generosity and protection, stemming from the legacy of Saint Nicholas.
In Italy, the name has been linked to various artistic and literary figures throughout the Renaissance and Baroque periods, contributing to its enduring presence in cultural history. The diminutive form Niccolino is also noted in Italian culture, reflecting affection and familiarity.
Overall, the name Nicolo carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its etymological origins and the legacy of its bearers.
Famous people named Nicolo
In this section, you will find notable people named Nicolo. 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 Nicolo who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Nicolo who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Nicolo Paganini is a violinist and composer best known for his Caprices for Solo Violin, Violin Concerto No. 1, and La Campanella.
Nicolo Machiavelli is a philosopher and writer best known for The Prince, The Discourses, and Mandragola.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nicolo was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Nicolo has ranked as high as #1313 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Nicolo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Nicolo 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 Nicolo was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Nicolo (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
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 Nicolo.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 47 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2021 | 40 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1914 | 5 |