Holding steady.
Popularity of Nicholl since 1972
Babies named Nicholl per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 63 |
| 1980s | 108 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nicholl is a modern English respelling of Nicole, first recorded in the United States in 1972. Its use peaked in 1980, with a stable trajectory since then. The name has never ranked among the top 1000, reflecting its rarity. It is almost entirely used for girls. The -oll ending aligns with 1980s naming trends favoring similar sounds. No top states are associated with the name, indicating even geographic distribution. While its meaning is borrowed from Nicole, the spelling gives it a distinct identity.
Nicholl is a rare feminine given name, likely a modern respelling or variant of Nicole, which itself derives from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'. The name appears in the United States data starting in 1972, with a peak in use during the 1980s, reflecting the popularity of similar -oll endings in that era.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nicki, Nikki, Cole, Nicky
Sibling names for Nicholl
Names that share Nicholl's style, for a brother or sister.
