Nicola Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-koh-lah / /ˈniː.kə.lə/Italian; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Victory of the people (Latin); people's victory (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
Nicola is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means 'victory of the people.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Christian communities. The name has historical significance due to its association with Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. Nicola is often used as a feminine form of Nicholas in Italian-speaking regions.
Trend Summary
The name Nicola has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nicolina
- Nikki
International Variants
- Nicole (French)
- Nicola (English)
- Nicolina (Italian)
Famous people named Nicola
Nicola Adams is a British professional boxer and Olympic gold medalist known for her achievements in women's boxing.
Nicola Sturgeon is a Scottish politician who has served as the First Minister of Scotland.
Nicola Peltz is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Transformers: Age of Extinction.'.
Fictional characters named Nicola
Nicola is a character in the book 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, known for her adventurous spirit.
Nicola is featured in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball' as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nicola was first seen in the United States in 1920. Nicola has ranked as high as #909 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Nicola has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nicola (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 16 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 38 |
| 1946 | 46 |
| 1947 | 35 |
| 1948 | 50 |
| 1949 | 39 |
| 1950 | 30 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 31 |
| 1954 | 36 |
| 1955 | 41 |
| 1956 | 27 |
| 1957 | 28 |
| 1958 | 36 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 35 |
| 1962 | 51 |
| 1963 | 54 |
| 1964 | 44 |
| 1965 | 58 |
| 1966 | 72 |
| 1967 | 87 |
| 1968 | 113 |
| 1969 | 141 |
| 1970 | 120 |
| 1971 | 143 |
| 1972 | 183 |
| 1973 | 126 |
| 1974 | 114 |
| 1975 | 129 |
| 1976 | 121 |
| 1977 | 109 |
| 1978 | 137 |
| 1979 | 138 |
| 1980 | 109 |
| 1981 | 93 |
| 1982 | 94 |
| 1983 | 94 |
| 1984 | 79 |
| 1985 | 87 |
| 1986 | 81 |
| 1987 | 79 |
| 1988 | 64 |
| 1989 | 84 |
| 1990 | 94 |
| 1991 | 85 |
| 1992 | 95 |
| 1993 | 83 |
| 1994 | 76 |
| 1995 | 77 |
| 1996 | 73 |
| 1997 | 67 |
| 1998 | 68 |
| 1999 | 66 |
| 2000 | 54 |
| 2001 | 58 |
| 2002 | 76 |
| 2003 | 60 |
| 2004 | 70 |
| 2005 | 50 |
| 2006 | 40 |
| 2007 | 47 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 15 |