Nichelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Nichelle has its roots in the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'. It evolved through various forms before becoming popular in modern English. The name carries connotations of strength and victory, and it has no direct biblical relevance. Nichelle is often associated with notable figures in entertainment, contributing to its modern image as a fashionable and empowering name.
The name Nichelle is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nichelle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nichelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6429th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 861st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1213th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3449th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8212th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nichelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nichelle"
Pronunciation
/nɪˈʃɛl/
Origin
English
Etymology
Nichelle is a modern feminine form of the name 'Nicholas', which is derived from the Greek name 'Nikolaos', meaning 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
Victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nicholas (Greek), Nicolaus (Latin), Nichelle (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Nichelle gained popularity in the mid-20th century, especially in the United States, influenced by cultural figures and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Nikki, Nickie, Nichole
Modern Popularity & Image
Nichelle is often perceived as a modern and stylish name, associated with strong female figures and cultural icons.
Famous People
Nichelle Nichols, an American actress known for her role as Lieutenant Uhura in 'Star Trek'.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nichelle"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nichelle"
"Nichelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6429th of 12526 | 63 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 861st of 19264 | 2,495 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1213th of 27321 | 2,126 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3449th of 35406 | 693 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8212th of 30306 | 159 |
Regional Popularity of "Nichelle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nichelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.39% 775th/2937 |
22.57% 786th/3483 |
25.44% 895th/3518 |
21.88% 885th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.17% 1075th/3685 |
24.78% 1109th/4475 |
31.54% 1638th/5194 |
19.28% 1218th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
77.13% 3534th/4582 |
49.07% 2534th/5164 |
57.75% 4223rd/7313 |
50.07% 3737th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Nichelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nichelle" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.