Nico vs Arlo

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

Arlo

Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
2,481
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Nico Rank #212
Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Nico and Arlo mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Nico and Arlo boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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