Nikki Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Nikki is an English name derived as a diminutive of Nicole, which comes from the Greek Nikolaos meaning 'victory of the people'. The name has evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a friendly and approachable image. It has no direct biblical relevance, but it is associated with several notable figures.

The name Nikki is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nikki has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nikki' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3679th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2385th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2402nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8895th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6523rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1134th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 614th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 301st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 847th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2167th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nikki' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nikki"

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Pronunciation

/ˈnɪki/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

Nikki is often considered a diminutive of the name Nicole, which is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people'.

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Meaning

victory of the people

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Language Evolution

Nicole (French), Nikolaos (Greek), Nicholas (English)

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Historical Usage

Nikki gained popularity as a feminine name in the late 20th century as a casual and friendly alternative to Nicole.

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Variants & Derivatives

Nikki, Nicki, Nicolle

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Nikki is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and sociability.

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Famous People

Nikki Sixx (musician), Nikki Bella (wrestler), Nikki Reed (actress)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nikki"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Nikki"

"Nikki" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 6773rd of 6773 5
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 3679th of 7552 89
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2385th of 10718 260
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2402nd of 16616 426
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 8895th of 24088 106
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 20190th of 23106 10
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 6523rd of 9107 22
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 1134th of 9204 785
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 614th of 12526 4,396
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 301st of 19264 13,756
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 284th of 27321 15,294
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 847th of 35406 4,775
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2167th of 30306 1,036

Regional Popularity of "Nikki" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 64.02%
3325th/5194
38.17%
2411th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Nikki" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
47.02%
727th/1546
61.31%
954th/1556
64.13%
1509th/2353
37.23%
576th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
23.71%
528th/2227
29.51%
717th/2430
30.14%
860th/2853
17.19%
477th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
9.30%
273rd/2937
11.57%
403rd/3483
7.73%
272nd/3518
7.96%
322nd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
7.27%
268th/3685
7.17%
321st/4475
4.33%
225th/5194
5.65%
357th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
22.74%
1042nd/4582
14.27%
737th/5164
12.73%
931st/7313
9.88%
737th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 47.14%
2115th/4487
37.91%
2586th/6822
23.44%
1471st/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Nikki"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Nikki" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.