Nicky
Shortened form, Nicholas
Nicky is a diminutive of Nicholas or Nicole, used as a given name or nickname.
It suggests informality and affection: Everyone called him Nicky as a kid, but he goes by Nick now.
The spelling varies—Nicki, Nikki, and Nickie are common alternatives.
Common family name
- diminutiveVery small, or nickname form
- shortenedMade more concise
- monikerInformal designation for someone
- aliasAdopted false name
handle · sobriquet · byname · epithet · tag · appellation · designation
Showing kindness, warmth
- approachableEasy to engage with
- easygoingRelaxed in temperament
- cheerfulPleasantly bright in mood
- playfulInclined toward fun
youthful · casual · informal · down-to-earth · girl-next-door · boy-next-door · relatable · unpretentious
Nicks
Common family name
- diminutiveVery small, or nickname form
- shortenedMade more concise
- monikerInformal designation for someone
alias · handle · sobriquet · byname · epithet · tag · appellation · designation
friendly
Showing kindness, warmth
- approachableEasy to engage with
- easygoingRelaxed in temperament
- cheerfulPleasantly bright in mood
playful · youthful · casual · informal · down-to-earth · girl-next-door · boy-next-door · relatable · unpretentious · likable
Dominic
Latin-origin male name
- nick of timeThe final possible moment
- in the nick of timeAt the final moment
- Nicole Kidman
- St. NicholasLegendary Christmas gift-giver
- Nicolas Cage
- Saint NicholasLegendary Christmas gift-giver