Nicole Cory

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nicole Cory — victory of the people
436K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nicole Cory is a name combining Greek origins, bringing together "victory of the people" (Nicole) with "in a cauldron" (Cory). The first name Nicole is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Nicole is a feminine given name and a surname. The given name Nicole is a French feminine derivative of the masculine given name Nicolas, which is ultimately from the Ancient Greek Νικόλαος (Nikólaos), composed of the elements níkē “victory” and laós “people” (hence it may be interpreted as "victory of the people"). There are many variants. The spelling "Nicole" also saw use as a medieval French man's name, e.g., Nicole Oresme. The surname Cory: As a given name, Cory is used by both males and females. It is a variation of the name Cora, meaning "(the) Maiden", which is a title of the goddess Persephone. The name also can have origins from the Gaelic word coire, which means "in a cauldron", or "in a hollow". As a surname, it has a number of possible derivations, including an Old Norse personal name Kori of uncertain meaning, which is found in Scandinavia and England. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh). Nicole is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 436K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Nicole reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Nicole

Meaning: victory of the people

Greek

Nicole is a feminine given name and a surname. The given name Nicole is a French feminine derivative of the masculine given name Nicolas, which is ultimately from the Ancient Greek Νικόλαος (Nikólaos), composed of the elements níkē “victory” and laós “people” (hence it may be interpreted as "victory of the people"). There are many variants. The spelling "Nicole" also saw use as a medieval French man's name, e.g., Nicole Oresme.

Surname: Cory

Meaning: in a cauldron

Norse

As a given name, Cory is used by both males and females. It is a variation of the name Cora, meaning "(the) Maiden", which is a title of the goddess Persephone. The name also can have origins from the Gaelic word coire, which means "in a cauldron", or "in a hollow". As a surname, it has a number of possible derivations, including an Old Norse personal name Kori of uncertain meaning, which is found in Scandinavia and England. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Nicole is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Nicole by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Nicole Cory

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Nicole Cory:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Nicole?
The first name Nicole originates from Greek. Nicole is a feminine given name and a surname. The given name Nicole is a French feminine derivative of the masculine given name Nicolas, which is ultimately from the Ancient Greek Νικόλαος (Nikólaos), composed of the elements níkē “victory” and laós “people” (hence it may be interpreted as "victory of the people"). There are many variants. The spelling "Nicole" also saw use as a medieval French man's name, e.g., Nicole Oresme.
When was Nicole most popular?
The name Nicole reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cory?
The surname Cory originates from Norse. As a given name, Cory is used by both males and females. It is a variation of the name Cora, meaning "(the) Maiden", which is a title of the goddess Persephone. The name also can have origins from the Gaelic word coire, which means "in a cauldron", or "in a hollow". As a surname, it has a number of possible derivations, including an Old Norse personal name Kori of uncertain meaning, which is found in Scandinavia and England. As an Irish surname it comes from Ó Comhraidhe (descendant of Comhraidheh).
What are the origins of the name Nicole Cory?
The name Nicole Cory combines two different traditions: the first name Nicole has Greek roots, while the surname Cory originates from Norse.
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