Edward vs Nico

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Edward Rank #228
Nico Rank #212

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 vs #228 for Edward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edward or Nico more popular?

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Nico mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Edward and Nico boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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