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Ryan 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

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Popularity Comparison

Ryan Rank #87
Nico Rank #212

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ryan or Nico more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Ryan and Nico mean?

Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin). Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Ryan and Nico boy or girl names?

Ryan is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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