Nichol
girl nameNichol entered the US charts in 1944, peaked at #764 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1944–2025
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rank today
#764
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4574 |
| 1960s | #3792 |
| 1970s | #939 |
| 1980s | #1476 |
| 1990s | #4492 |
| 2000s | #12795 |
| 2010s | #14558 |
Living bearers
About 2,800 people named Nichol are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nichol alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nichol in 2025?
- Nichol is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nichol most popular?
- Nichol peaked in 1972, reaching #764 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nichol with classmates?
- Nichol will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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