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Nicole

Girl name · 8,005 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Nicole: 8,005 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 598 births in 1992.

Derived from the French feminine form of Nicholas, Nicole ultimately traces back to the Greek Nikolaos, meaning "victory of the people." The name gained widespread popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, notably through Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, whose career spans decades of acclaimed film roles, and singer Nicole Scherzinger, known for her work with the Pussycat Dolls. Though no major places bear the name directly, the related masculine form Nicholas has lent its root to cities such as San Nicolás in several countries. A common variant in Scotland is Nicola, which saw a surge in popularity alongside Nicole during the 1970s and 80s, making both names a familiar choice for parents of that era.