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Nico vs Rylan

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
Rylan Rank #372

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 vs #372 for Rylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Rylan more popular?

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Rylan at #372 in the United States.

What do Nico and Rylan mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Rylan means "land where rye grows" (Old English origin).

Are Nico and Rylan boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Rylan is primarily a boy name.

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