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Nico vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

David

Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish French Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
7,317
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nico Rank #212
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Nico and David mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Nico and David boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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