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Barry vs Nikko

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barry

Boy #1,421 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fair-haired, blonde head"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,421
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Barry Rank #1,421
Nikko Rank #1,289

Nikko is more popular, ranked #1289 vs #1421 for Barry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barry or Nikko more popular?

Nikko is more popular, ranked #1289 compared to Barry at #1421 in the United States.

What do Barry and Nikko mean?

Barry means "fair-haired, blonde head" (Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra origin). Nikko means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Barry and Nikko boy or girl names?

Barry is primarily a boy name. Nikko is primarily a boy name.

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