Rowan vs Nico

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rowan

Boy #71 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#71
Total SSA Count
4,647
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Rowan Rank #71
Nico Rank #212

Rowan is more popular, ranked #71 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rowan or Nico more popular?

Rowan is more popular, ranked #71 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Rowan and Nico mean?

Rowan means "little red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Rowan and Nico boy or girl names?

Rowan is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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