Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Nickie since 1914
Babies named Nickie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 | 11 |
| 1920s | 42 | 88 |
| 1930s | 75 | 133 |
| 1940s | 316 | 306 |
| 1950s | 401 | 304 |
| 1960s | 456 | 248 |
| 1970s | 823 | 216 |
| 1980s | 707 | 80 |
| 1990s | 245 | 41 |
| 2000s | 73 | 11 |
| 2010s | 14 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nickie is a diminutive name that first appeared in the U.S. records in 1917. It enjoyed its greatest popularity in the 1970s, reaching a peak in 1972. Since 1985, however, its usage has steadily declined, and it no longer ranks among the top 1000 names. The name is most often used for girls, though it has unisex roots as a nickname for Nicholas. While no single state has shown a strong preference for Nickie, its mid-century charm keeps it a recognizable if rare choice.
Nickie is a diminutive form of Nicola or Nicholas, of Greek origin, or a pet form of the name Nick. It emerged as a given name in the English-speaking world in the early 20th century. Its usage peaked in the 1970s and has since declined.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Nickie
Names that share Nickie's style, for a brother or sister.
