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Nylan vs Koi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nylan

Boy #2,511 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"champion (Irish-inspired)"

Origin: Irish-influenced American

Cultural Roots

American Irish-influenced

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,511
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Koi

Boy #2,684 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"love, romantic feeling"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Hawaiian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,684
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Nylan Rank #2,511
Koi Rank #2,684

Nylan is more popular, ranked #2511 vs #2684 for Koi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nylan or Koi more popular?

Nylan is more popular, ranked #2511 compared to Koi at #2684 in the United States.

What do Nylan and Koi mean?

Nylan means "champion (Irish-inspired)" (Irish-influenced American origin). Koi means "love, romantic feeling" (Japanese origin).

Are Nylan and Koi boy or girl names?

Nylan is primarily a boy name. Koi is primarily a boy name.

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