Nicie
An uncommon feminine name of unknown origin, possibly a variant of Denise.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Nicie. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Nicie today is around 84 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Nicie births was 1918 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Nicie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Nicie is about 84 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Nicies were born before 1952.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Nicie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1918
11 babies that year
Average age
84
years old
1960 SSA rank
#7,033
Tracked since 1888
Popularity
Nicie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Nicie from the 1880s through to the 1960s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1910s, with 80 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1910s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nicie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Nicie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Nicie
The name Nicie has its origins rooted in the ancient Greek language, tracing back to the 5th century BC. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "nike," which means "victory" or "triumph." This connection suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon those who achieved great accomplishments or overcame significant challenges in their lives.
In the early days of ancient Greece, the name Nicie was often associated with the goddess of victory, Nike. The Greeks revered this deity and celebrated her through various artistic representations, including sculptures and paintings. It is possible that individuals bearing this name were seen as embodying the spirit of triumph and perseverance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nicie can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who lived in the 5th century BC. He mentioned a woman named Nicie in his work "The Histories," though little is known about her specific identity or background.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have carried the name Nicie. In the 3rd century AD, there was a Greek philosopher named Nicie of Gerasa, who made significant contributions to the study of logic and ethics. Unfortunately, little is known about her life and works, as many of her writings have been lost to time.
During the Byzantine era, a woman named Nicie Xiphilina (born around 1050 AD) gained recognition as a skilled calligrapher and scholar. She is credited with producing several beautifully illuminated manuscripts and contributing to the preservation of ancient Greek texts.
In the realm of literature, the name Nicie appeared in the 19th century with the American author Nicie Constance Burke (1853-1928). She was known for her novels and short stories that explored themes of love, adventure, and the complexities of human relationships.
Another notable figure with the name Nicie was the French artist Nicie Jené (1890-1976). She gained recognition for her vibrant and expressive paintings, which often depicted scenes from everyday life and the natural world.
While the name Nicie may not be as common today as it once was, its rich history and connections to themes of victory, triumph, and perseverance make it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with deep cultural roots.
People
Nicie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Nicie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Nicie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Nicie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Nicie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Nicie a common name?
We classify Nicie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 226 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Nicie most popular?
The single biggest year for Nicie was 1918, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Nicie is about 84 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Nicie in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Nicie a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Nicie in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Nicie still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Nicie in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Nicie can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Nicie?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.