Nicolia is of Latin origin, derived from the male given name Nicholas, which means 'victory of the people'. It is a unique and elegant name that lends itself well to various forms of address: Nicolia, Nicola, Nicolette, or even Colia. The name gained prominence in the Middle Ages through popular devotion to Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity and kindness.
The popularity of the name Nicolia peaked between 1970 and 1981 with five births each year in 1970 and 1980, followed by a jump to eight births in 1981. Overall, there were eighteen babies named Nicolia during this period.