Alex vs Nico

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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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

Alex Rank #205
Nico Rank #212

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Nico more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Alex and Nico mean?

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

Are Alex and Nico boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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