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Nickola

Girl name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Nickola: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 1976.

Nickola is a variant spelling of the Greek name Nikolaos, from *nikē* meaning “victory” and *laos* meaning “people”—so the name carries the sense of “victory of the people.” It’s most familiar as a feminine form, a less common alternative to Nicola, though it can also appear as a masculine given name. The inventor and engineer Nikola Tesla (often spelled with a ‘k’ rather than ‘ck’) is the most famous historical bearer, though his name is usually written with an ‘i’. In Scotland, you’re more likely to encounter Nicola, but Nickola offers a slightly distinctive twist. The name shares its root with the more widespread Nicholas, and the winning idea of “people’s victory” gives it a quietly confident feel. There are no major place connections specifically tied to this spelling, but the underlying meaning has resonated across cultures for centuries.