Nicquan, of French origin, is derived from the Occitan name Nicolau, which was introduced into France during the Middle Ages. The name means 'victory of the people,' suggesting strength and unity.
The name Nicquan experienced a brief spike in popularity with six births recorded in 1996, but it declined somewhat four years later with only five births occurring in 2000. Over these two years combined, there were eleven babies named Nicquan.