Nicole
Meaning: Victory of the people
Origin: French/Greek
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #12
Total births: 18,656
History: Nicole peaked in the 1980s in Australia. Nicole Kidman became one of Hollywood's greatest stars, winning an Oscar and maintaining her Australian identity throughout her career. In Australia, Nicole means homegrown talent that conquers the world without losing its roots.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2002) | #94 |
| Babies named Nicole in 2002 | 79 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 18,656 |
| Peak year | 1972 (978 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #2 |
| Years in records | 1964–2002 (39 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 54 spots |
Frequently asked about Nicole
What does the name Nicole mean?
Nicole means “Victory of the people” from French/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Nicole?
Nicole has French/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Victory of the people”.
How popular is Nicole in Australia?
Nicole ranked #94 in Australia in 2002 — given to 79 babies that year.
When was Nicole most popular?
Nicole peaked in 1972 with 978 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Nicole a boy or girl name?
Nicole is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Nicoles in registered births are female.
Is the name Nicole rising or falling in popularity?
Nicole has fallen 54 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #40 in 1997 to #94 in 2002.
How long has Nicole been recorded in Australia?
Nicole appears in birth records in Australia across 39 years — from 1964 through 2002.