Nichol Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nichol is a name of Greek origin, derived from Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'. It evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to its association with Saint Nicholas. The name conveys traits of friendliness and generosity, without significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nichol"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɪkəl/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Nichol is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means 'victory of the people'.
Meaning
Victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nikolaos (Greek), Nicolaus (Latin), Nicholas (Old French), Nichol (Middle English)
Historical Usage
Nichol gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the Middle Ages, often associated with Saint Nicholas.
Variants & Derivatives
Nicholas, Nick, Nicky
Modern Popularity & Image
Nichol is perceived as a classic name with a friendly and approachable image, often associated with kindness and generosity.
Famous People
Nichol Kessinger, an American woman involved in a high-profile criminal case, Nichol Smith, a notable British artist
📊 Nichol Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Nichol Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 195 peak births in 1979
Geographic Spread
Popular across 26 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nichol"
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 "Nichol"
"Nichol" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1109th of 19264 | 1,742 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1983rd of 27321 | 1,015 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11500th of 35406 | 127 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Nichol" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nichol" 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) |
28.63% 841st/2937 |
31.84% 1109th/3483 |
51.48% 1811th/3518 |
23.66% 957th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.38% 1746th/3685 |
45.16% 2021st/4475 |
55.06% 2860th/5194 |
27.83% 1758th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nichol"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nichol" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nichol" in the United States
The name Nichol is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Nichol has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nichol' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1109th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1983rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11500th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nichol' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.