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Koa vs Nico

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Koa Rank #292
Nico Rank #212

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Nico more popular?

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Koa and Nico mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Koa and Nico boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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