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Name Origin

Nicole is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the masculine name Nicholas. It means 'victory of the people'.

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Famous People

Nicole Kidman (1967-)

Actress, Producer

  • Academy Award for Best Actress
  • Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie
  • Golden Globe Awards

Nicole Scherzinger (1978-)

Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Television Personality

  • Lead singer of the Pussycat Dolls
  • Won Dancing with the Stars (US)
  • Judge on The X Factor and The Masked Singer

Nicole Richie (1981-)

Actress, Fashion Designer, Television Personality

  • Starred in the reality show The Simple Life
  • Launched her own fashion line, House of Harlow 1960

Nicole Holofcener (1960-)

Film Director, Screenwriter

  • Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay (Enough Said, Can You Ever Forgive Me?)