Rafael vs Nico

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

Rafael Rank #222
Nico Rank #212

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rafael or Nico more popular?

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

What do Rafael and Nico mean?

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

Are Rafael and Nico boy or girl names?

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

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