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Nico vs Gavin

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
Gavin Rank #254

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 vs #254 for Gavin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Gavin more popular?

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Gavin at #254 in the United States.

What do Nico and Gavin mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Gavin means "white hawk of battle" (Welsh origin).

Are Nico and Gavin boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Gavin is primarily a boy name.

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