Declining since 2011, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Nikoli since 1989
Babies named Nikoli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 92 |
| 2000s | 196 |
| 2010s | 290 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Nikoli first appeared on U.S. naming records in 1989, reflecting a broader trend of Slavic-inspired names entering the American mainstream. It reached its peak popularity in 2010, after which its usage has steadily declined, as indicated by its trajectory label of 'falling' since 2011. Today, the name remains rare, with a 1-in-284,679 incidence in 2025. While never ranking among the top states for usage, Nikoli has carved a niche for parents seeking a variant of the classic Nicholas with an Eastern European flair.
Nikoli is a variant spelling of Nikolai, the Russian form of the Greek name Nikolaos, derived from 'nikē' (victory) and 'laos' (people). The name has been used across Slavic countries and gained some popularity in the United States as a distinctive alternative to Nicholas.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nik, Koli
Sibling names for Nikoli
Names that share Nikoli's style, for a brother or sister.
