Nicola
girl name#8362 in 2025Nicola entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #760 in 1972, ranks #8362 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#8362
rank today
#760
peak (1972)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4975 |
| 1930s | #4126 |
| 1940s | #1910 |
| 1950s | #2006 |
| 1960s | #1462 |
| 1970s | #985 |
| 1980s | #1471 |
| 1990s | #1881 |
| 2000s | #3133 |
| 2010s | #6064 |
| 2020s | #8275 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nicola has been most popular in California, New York.
Living bearers
About 4,700 people named Nicola are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nicola alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nicola in 2025?
- Nicola ranks #8362 among US girl names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nicola most popular?
- Nicola peaked in 1972, reaching #760 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nicola with classmates?
- Nicola will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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