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Joshua 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

Joshua Rank #57
Nico Rank #212

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joshua or Nico more popular?

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Joshua and Nico mean?

Joshua means "may God deliver" (Hebrew origin). Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Joshua and Nico boy or girl names?

Joshua is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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