Nickell
girl nameNickell entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #8775 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#8775
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8775 |
| 1990s | #12688 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nickell are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nickell alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nickell in 2025?
- Nickell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nickell most popular?
- Nickell peaked in 1974, reaching #8775 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nickell with classmates?
- Nickell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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