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Nico vs Alejandro

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

Nico Rank #212
Alejandro Rank #185

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Alejandro more popular?

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Nico and Alejandro mean?

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

Are Nico and Alejandro boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Alejandro is primarily a boy name.

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