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Nico vs Daniel

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
Daniel Rank #16

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Daniel more popular?

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Nico and Daniel mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Nico and Daniel boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Daniel is primarily a boy name.

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