Nikelle is of American origin, derived from the combination of Nicole and Michelle. It gained popularity as an independent given name in the late 20th century. The name Nikelle has a unique sound, yet it still maintains a familiar feel due to its component parts. It's often seen as a blend of strength and femininity, with the 'Nik' portion suggesting boldness and the 'elle' ending softening it slightly.
The name Nikelle seems to have had varying popularity over the years, with no consistent trend. The peak years for its usage were 1972 and 1989-1991, each having 7 births. However, it has never been a very common name, as seen by the total of only 112 births recorded between 1971 and 2009.