Nico Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Boy Names Like Nico

Nico Name Origin: Greek
Pronunciation: nee-koh
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Nico Name Meaning

Nico, a name that’s short, sweet, and oh-so-versatile. Nico is a shortened form of the name Nicholas, which is of Greek origin and means “victorious people.”

Origins of the Name Nico

Nicholas was a popular name in early Christianity due to Saint Nicholas, a bishop of Myra in present-day Turkey, who was known for his kindness and generosity.

Over time, the name Nicholas evolved into various forms in different cultures, including the Spanish nickname Nico, the Italian nickname Nick, and the French nickname Nico.

Popularity of the Name Nico

Nico has been a popular name for boys in many countries, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, where it is a well-established name. In recent years, however, the name has become increasingly popular all over the world, with many parents opting for the short and stylish name instead of the more traditional form of Nicholas.

In the United States, the name Nico has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, rising from outside the top 1000 names in 2000 to being a top 500 name in 2021.

Famous Nicos

Throughout history, there have been many notable people named Nico, including musicians, athletes, and actors. Some of the most famous Nico’s include:

Nico Rosberg, a German Formula One racing driver and 2016 World Champion
Nico Muhly, an American composer and conductor
Nico Santos, a Filipino-German actor
Nico Segal, an American trumpet player, producer, and member of the band The Social Experiment

Final Thoughts on the Name Nico

Whether you’re a parent looking for a unique and modern name for your son, or you’re just a fan of all things short and sweet, the name Nico is the perfect choice. With its versatile form and strong meaning, Nico is a name that’s sure to stand the test of time.

So, there you have it! The history, origin, meaning, and popularity of the name Nico, all wrapped up in one neat little package. So, whether you’re a proud parent-to-be or just a curious name enthusiast, don’t be afraid to embrace the stylish and versatile name that is Nico!

Nico Name Popularity

How popular is the name Nico? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
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1976	—	0	0%
1977	1,918	5	0.0004%
1978	2,043	5	0.0004%
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1988	1,015	51	0.0033%
1989	557	263	0.0163%
1990	636	207	0.0125%
1991	646	203	0.0125%
1992	597	247	0.0155%
1993	713	162	0.0104%
1994	755	145	0.0094%
1995	767	144	0.0096%
1996	847	113	0.0075%
1997	857	116	0.0078%
1998	868	118	0.0079%
1999	754	162	0.0108%
2000	845	137	0.009%
2001	857	141	0.0094%
2002	696	214	0.0143%
2003	726	205	0.0135%
2004	716	221	0.0145%
2005	725	230	0.015%
2006	658	302	0.0193%
2007	670	309	0.0196%
2008	654	322	0.0208%
2009	582	405	0.0271%
2010	587	380	0.0264%
2011	491	489	0.0343%
2012	525	455	0.0319%
2013	484	520	0.0365%
2014	456	603	0.0414%
2015	462	607	0.0417%
2016	497	559	0.0388%
2017	410	709	0.0508%
2018	376	806	0.0587%
2019	353	885	0.0654%
2020	318	985	0.0774%
2021	259	1,320	0.108%
2022	238	1,440	0.1092%

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Names Like Nico

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What names are variants of Nico?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Nico.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Nicos		Greek
Niko	People of victory	Greek
Nikos	People of victory	Greek

What names sound like Nico?

If you like how Nico sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Nico.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Nic	People of victory	Greek
Nicco		English

What names are similar to Nico?

Find a name that’s like Nico, but just a little bit different.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Nick	A diminutive form of Nicholas.	Japanese

Lists With Nico

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Siblings of Nico

Mamas with kids named Nico also have kids with these names.

Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Luca	From Lucania	Italian

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14 Comments

Lauren Aug 13 at 4:41 pm

We wanted a classic and bilingual name! Full name is Nicolas Roman.

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Petya Nov 10 at 11:00 pm

Cute

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Sathwik Oct 8 at 4:09 am

Nico make a YouTube channel of the game named geometry dash you can play any type here is your options geometry dash world lite subzero also meltdown

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Nico Mar 30 at 2:35 pm

i love the name Nico simple nice

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- Sathwik Oct 8 at 4:06 am
  
  1.i wish I played with Nico in Minecraft and Roblox
  2.i will subscribe to every Nicoblox Roblox channel
  3.i wish i met Nico in Minecraft
  4.i wish i met Nico in roblox
  
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Alicia Dec 2 at 10:25 am

It’s a family name, Nickolas but he goes by Nico.

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Opara Emmanuel Aug 11 at 4:55 pm

Iove the name Nico, first the meaning it carries, person of victory and the sweet pronunciation and it indeed the meaning follows my family since we gave birth to our little boy

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Rebecca Wells Feb 11 at 12:27 pm

when I was pregnant I suggested Nikolai and said we could call him Nico. My husband was like why not just name him Nico? So we did and we love it. He loves his name too (5 yrs old now)

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- Nico is poopoo Mar 30 at 2:59 pm
  
  and go on a big MD-80 plane crash / Nico
  
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- Nico Apr 7 at 2:07 am
  
  this name Nico is sus like amog us
  
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Vera Oct 29 at 4:29 am

I love this name.Nico is so wonderful! My favourite singer’s name is Nico Santos.When I hear this name,I feel so happy!

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Lisa Sep 2 at 11:46 am

Named after his grandfather. I like the tradition. It was given to the first born, if it was a son and it has continued for six generations

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Amanda Walker Aug 10 at 2:21 pm

I love the name Nicolo from An Affair to Remember, but I will never call him Nicolo and I wanted his name to be what I actually will call him- Nico. I still haven’t figured out his middle name and he is 3 weeks old.

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- Andi Conte Aug 29 at 4:33 pm
  
  My son Nico was named after his great grandfather Niccolo and is 100% Roman Italian on my husband’s side and I’m German. Nico’s middle name is Natalis because he was born on the Winter Solctice.
  
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