Nichol
Pronunciation: [ n-IHK-awl ]
Nichol is a boy baby name. Ranked #28,783 in the US, popular nicknames include Nic, Niy, and Nicie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nichol first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 22 babies have been named Nichol in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nichol is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,783 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,783
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nichol is also used as a girl name, ranked #36782.
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About the Name Nichol
Nichol is a boy name .
Is Nichol a boy or girl name? Nichol is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #28,783 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,782. Nichol is more commonly used as a boy name.
Nichol is currently ranked #28,783 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nichol include Nic, Niy, Nicie, and Nichie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nichol include Nicholas . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis