Nikki Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIK-ee / ˈnɪkiEnglish; diminutive of Nicholas
Meaning
Victory of the people
Historical & Cultural Background
Nikki is often used as a diminutive form of Nicholas, which has Greek origins. The name Nicholas has been popular in various cultures, especially in Christian contexts due to Saint Nicholas. Over time, Nikki has emerged as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is commonly used for both boys and girls, though it is more frequently associated with females in contemporary usage.
Trend Summary
Nikki has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nicki
- Nicky
International Variants
- Nico (Italian)
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolai (Russian)
Famous people named Nikki
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Fictional characters named Nikki
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nikki was first seen in the United States in 1943. Nikki has ranked as high as #1152 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Nikki has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nikki (1993)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 32 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 31 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 20 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 44 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |