"from Colette or Nicole"
Origin: French
Language: English
Coco
Pronunciation: [ k-OHK-oh ]
Girl Name
#2,399 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A playfully chic name with Chanel glamour and Pixar warmth
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French
American
Brazilian
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Whimsical
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Meaning & Origin
"coconut"
Origin: Spanish
Language: English
"help, caring"
Origin: West African
Language: English
The Story of Coco
Coco has multiple possible origins: it can be a nickname for names like Colette or Nicole in French tradition; in Spanish it refers to coconut and carries playful connotations; and in West African tradition it can mean a caring person. The name gained its most iconic cultural associations from fashion legend Coco Chanel (born Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel), whose childhood nickname became her professional identity.
Coco has enjoyed a dramatic revival since Courteney Cox named her daughter Coco in 2004. The Pixar film Coco (2017), a celebration of Mexican Día de los Muertos tradition, brought fresh warmth to the name. It now reads as fashionably retro and creative.
Coco Chanel revolutionized 20th-century fashion and gave the name enduring chic associations. In Pixar's Coco, the name refers to great-great-grandmother Mamá Coco, centering the film's emotional heart on family memory and Mexican cultural heritage.
Fun Facts
- Coco Chanel's real name was Gabrielle, and her nickname 'Coco' reportedly came from a cabaret song she used to perform
- The Pixar film Coco (2017) became the highest-grossing film of all time in Mexico upon its release
Coco in Other Languages
French
Coco
Italian
Coco
Spanish
Coco
Japanese
ここ
Portuguese
Coco
Famous People Named Coco
C
Coco Cox
Other
2004
Daughter of actress Courteney Cox and musician David Arquette, whose naming helped revive Coco as a given name
C
Coco Chanel
Business
1883
Legendary French fashion designer who revolutionized women's fashion and founded the Chanel brand
C
Coco (Imelda) Fictional
Other
Great-great-grandmother Mamá Coco in Pixar's 2017 animated film Coco, which celebrates Mexican Día de los Muertos tradit...
Great-great-grandmother Mamá Coco in Pixar's 2017 animated film Coco, which celebrates Mexican Día de los Muertos traditions
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,399
- Total SSA Count
- 76
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish French American Brazilian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Co
Pairs Well With
Coco Rose
Coco Marie
Coco June
Coco Belle
Coco Elise
Coco Pearl
Coco Claire
Sibling Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Coco
What does the name Coco mean?
"from Colette or Nicole" (from French). "coconut" (from Spanish). "help, caring" (from West African). Coco has multiple possible origins: it can be a nickname for names like Colette or Nicole in French tradition; in Spanish it refers to coconut and carries playful connotations; and in West African tradition it can mean a caring person. The name gained its most iconic cultural associations from fashion legend Coco Chanel (born Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel), whose childhood nickname became her professional identity.
What is the origin of the name Coco?
Coco has French, Spanish, West African, American, and Brazilian origins. In French, it means "from Colette or Nicole". In Spanish, it means "coconut". In West African, it means "help, caring".
Is Coco a boy or girl name?
Coco is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Coco?
Coco is pronounced k-OHK-oh.
How popular is the name Coco?
Coco is currently ranked #2399 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Coco?
Common nicknames for Coco include Co.
What are good middle names for Coco?
Popular middle name pairings include Coco Rose, Coco Marie, Coco June, Coco Belle, Coco Elise, Coco Pearl, and Coco Claire.
What are good sibling names for Coco?
Names that pair well with Coco as siblings include Lola, Milo, Beau, Zara, Remy, Nola, and Rio.
How many syllables does Coco have?
Coco has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Coco a common or rare name?
Coco is an uncommon name, ranked #2399 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Coco
Coco is a girl name with Spanish, French, American, and Brazilian origins . The name means "from Colette or Nicole" in French .
Coco is currently ranked #2,399 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Coco has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-OHK-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Coco include Co. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.