Nicole vs Maria
Comparing Nicole and Maria? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Nicole ranks in the Top 250 tier and traces to Greek naming roots (meaning "Victory of the people"). Maria sits in the Top 250 tier with Latin origins (meaning "Bitter, beloved, sea").
Nicole
- Meaning: Victory of the people
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Nicole name page
Maria
- Meaning: Bitter, beloved, sea
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Maria name page
Which name is more popular: Nicole or Maria?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Nicole ranks higher (Top 250) than Maria (Top 250).