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Nico vs Xander

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
Xander Rank #216

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 vs #216 for Xander.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nico or Xander more popular?

Nico is more popular, ranked #212 compared to Xander at #216 in the United States.

What do Nico and Xander mean?

Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Nico and Xander boy or girl names?

Nico is primarily a boy name. Xander is primarily a boy name.

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