Victory of the people
Derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, it combines 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people). In many European cultures, particularly Italian, it is a traditional male name, while in English-speaking contexts, it is more commonly used for females.
About 28 boys were named Nicola in 2025.
Inventor and electrical engineer
Irish actress known for Bridgerton
Olympic gold medalist boxer
Former First Minister of Scotland
Classical violinist
British television actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Nicola — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
