Nicola Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIK-oh-lah / ˈnɪk.ə.ləItalian; Latin; Greek
Meaning
Victory of the people (Latin); people's victory (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nicola has roots in both Italian and Latin, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Christian communities due to its association with Saint Nicholas. The name has been popularized in various forms across Europe and has been borne by notable figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Nicola has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nicolo
- Nico
International Variants
- Nicolás (Spanish)
- Nicolas (French)
- Nicolaus (German)
- Nikolai (Russian)
Famous people named Nicola
Nicola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current electricity supply system.
Nicola Sturgeon is a Scottish politician who has served as the First Minister of Scotland since 2014.
Nicola Adams is a British boxer who made history as the first female boxer to win an Olympic gold medal.
Fictional characters named Nicola
Nicola is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, known for her complex personality.
Nicola is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often portrayed as a friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nicola was first seen in the United States in 1908. Nicola has ranked as high as #1038 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. In the past 5 years the name Nicola has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nicola (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 17 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 18 |
| 1915 | 31 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 29 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 24 |
| 1924 | 22 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 32 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1963 | 43 |
| 1964 | 37 |
| 1965 | 40 |
| 1966 | 33 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 34 |
| 1969 | 47 |
| 1970 | 47 |
| 1971 | 45 |
| 1972 | 53 |
| 1973 | 47 |
| 1974 | 42 |
| 1975 | 43 |
| 1976 | 39 |
| 1977 | 40 |
| 1978 | 43 |
| 1979 | 42 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 31 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 48 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 46 |
| 1992 | 43 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 42 |
| 1996 | 40 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 41 |
| 2000 | 43 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2007 | 37 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 35 |