Cisco

Pronunciation: [ s-IHSK-oh ]

Cisco is a boy baby name. Ranked #6,981 in the US, popular nicknames include Cis, Ciy, and Cisie.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Cisco is a boy name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-IHSK-oh.

Parents who love the name Cisco often also consider Dirk, Adrick, Caelus .

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Historical Record

Cisco first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 811 babies have been named Cisco in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Cisco is past its peak , currently ranked #6,981 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#6,981
Current Rank
Peaked 1973 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#6,981
Total SSA Count
12

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Cis Ciy Cisie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cisco

Is Cisco a boy or girl name?
Cisco is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Cisco?
Cisco is pronounced s-IHSK-oh.
How popular is the name Cisco?
Cisco is currently ranked #6981 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Cisco?
Common nicknames for Cisco include Cis, Ciy, and Cisie.
Is Cisco a common or rare name?
Cisco is an uncommon name, ranked #6981 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Cisco?
Cisco pairs well with Dirk, Adrick, Caelus, Devine in style and sound.

About the Name Cisco

Cisco is a boy name .

Cisco is currently ranked #6,981 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Cisco include Cis, Ciy, and Cisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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