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Ross vs Nikko

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ross

Boy #1,362 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"headland, promontory"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,362
Total SSA Count
139
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Nikko

Boy #1,289 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Japanese American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,289
Total SSA Count
152
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ross Rank #1,362
Nikko Rank #1,289

Nikko is more popular, ranked #1289 vs #1362 for Ross.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ross or Nikko more popular?

Nikko is more popular, ranked #1289 compared to Ross at #1362 in the United States.

What do Ross and Nikko mean?

Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Nikko means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Ross and Nikko boy or girl names?

Ross is primarily a boy name. Nikko is primarily a boy name.

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