Nicky

Nicky is a given name and informal nickname used in several English-speaking countries. It is commonly a diminutive for Nicholas when used by men and for Nicole or Nicola when used by women, though it can also be an independent given name. The spelling Nicky is one of several variants, alongside Nicki and Nikki.

Nicky ultimately derives from the Greek name Nikolaos, formed from Nike, the goddess of victory, and laos, meaning people. The form became popular as a pet name or casual form of the longer names Nicholas, Nicole, and Nicola, and it is widely used in contemporary naming across various cultures.

Notable people named Nicky include Nicky Butt (born 1975), English former footballer known for his time at Manchester United; Nicky Campbell (born 1960), Scottish-born television and radio presenter; Nicky Hilton (born 1983), American businesswoman and socialite; Nicky Hayden (1979–2017), American motorcycle racer and 2006 World Superbike champion; and Nicky Romero (born 1985), Dutch DJ and music producer.

In fiction, Nicky Nichols is a prominent character in the television series Orange Is the New Black, depicted as a prisoner with a complex personality.

Variations and related names include Nicki, Nikki, Nicola, and Nicolas.