Holding steady.
Popularity of Nichoel since 1969
Babies named Nichoel per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1985, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Nichoel's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 68 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nichoel is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1969. Its peak year was 1973, during the broader popularity of similar-sounding names like Nicole and Michelle. Since then, the name has maintained a steady but low profile, never entering the top 1000. The name's spelling, with its '-oel' ending, echoes that of Noel or Michael, giving it a distinctive twist on the more common Nichole. Despite its scarcity, Nichoel has not seen a revival, remaining a choice for parents seeking a unique but familiar-sounding name.
Nichoel is a modern feminine form of Nicholas, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, composed of 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people). It emerged in the mid-20th century as a respelled variant of Nicole, possibly influenced by the spelling of Michael or Noel. Its usage peaked in the 1970s but has since declined.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nicky, Niki, Cole
Sibling names for Nichoel
Names that share Nichoel's style, for a brother or sister.
