Nico vs Rafael

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

Popularity Comparison

Nico Rank #212
Rafael Rank #222

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 vs #222 for Rafael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Rafael more popular?

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do Nico and Rafael mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin).

Are Nico and Rafael boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Rafael is primarily a boy name.

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