Nikel

Nikel is a girl baby name. Ranked #51,684 in the US, popular nicknames include Nik, Niy, and Nikie.

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Girl Name #51,684 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Nikel is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nikel often also consider Anaysia, Jannali, Eyani .

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Historical Record

Nikel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999.

Over 5 babies have been named Nikel in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Nikel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #51,684 for girl names in the US .

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#51,684
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#51,684
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Nik Niy Nikie

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Nikel is also used as a boy name, ranked #25302.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nikel

Is Nikel a boy or girl name?
Nikel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #51684. As a boy name, it is ranked #25302. Nikel is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Nikel?
Nikel is currently ranked #51684 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nikel?
Common nicknames for Nikel include Nik, Niy, and Nikie.
Is Nikel a common or rare name?
Nikel is an uncommon name, ranked #51684 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Nikel?
Nikel pairs well with Anaysia, Jannali, Eyani, Casslyn in style and sound.

About the Name Nikel

Nikel is a girl name .

Is Nikel a boy or girl name? Nikel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #51,684 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #25,302. Nikel is more commonly used as a boy name.

Nikel is currently ranked #51,684 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nikel include Nik, Niy, and Nikie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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