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Alejandro vs Nico

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nico

Boy #212 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Italian German Spanish Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#212
Total SSA Count
1,678
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alejandro Rank #185
Nico Rank #212

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alejandro or Nico more popular?

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Alejandro and Nico mean?

Alejandro means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Alejandro and Nico boy or girl names?

Alejandro is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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