"victory of the people"
Origin: Greek Nikolaos
Language: Greek
Nico
Pronunciation: [ n-EEK-oh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"short form of Nicholas/Nicola"
Origin: Italian/Spanish
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The Story of Nico
Nico derives from Nikolaos, a Greek name combining 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people), meaning 'victory of the people.' Originally a masculine nickname for Nicholas or Nicola, Nico has evolved into a stylish gender-neutral name. For girls, it offers the appeal of a short, punchy name with strong European roots.
Nico has been rising for girls as gender-neutral and traditionally masculine names become more popular choices for girls. Its use in European fashion and music scenes has lent it a cosmopolitan coolness.
In Italian and Spanish cultures, Nico is a well-established nickname. The German singer Nico of The Velvet Underground gave the name a distinctly avant-garde, artistic associations in music history.
Historical Record
Nico first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 998 babies have been named Nico in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nico is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,132 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Greek root nike in Nico also gave us the word 'victory' and the name of the famous Nike goddess of victory
- Nico (Christa Päffgen) was the German singer who performed with The Velvet Underground on their influential 1967 debut album
Nico in Other Languages
Greek
Νίκο
German
Nico
Italian
Nico
Spanish
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Japanese
ニコ
Popularity Over Time
#4,132
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,132
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Greek German American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nico
What does the name Nico mean?
"victory of the people" (from Greek Nikolaos). "short form of Nicholas/Nicola" (from Italian/Spanish). Nico derives from Nikolaos, a Greek name combining 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people), meaning 'victory of the people.' Originally a masculine nickname for Nicholas or Nicola, Nico has evolved into a stylish gender-neutral name. For girls, it offers the appeal of a short, punchy name with strong European roots.
What is the origin of the name Nico?
Nico has Greek Nikolaos, Italian/Spanish, Italian, Spanish, Greek, German, and American origins. In Greek Nikolaos, it means "victory of the people". In Italian/Spanish, it means "short form of Nicholas/Nicola".
Is Nico a boy or girl name?
Nico is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4132. As a boy name, it is ranked #212. Nico is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Nico?
Nico is pronounced n-EEK-oh.
How popular is the name Nico?
Nico is currently ranked #4132 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nico?
Common nicknames for Nico include Nic.
What are good middle names for Nico?
Popular middle name pairings include Nico Rose, Nico Grace, Nico Marie, Nico James, Nico Lee, Nico Elena, and Nico Jade.
What are good sibling names for Nico?
Names that pair well with Nico as siblings include Luca, Mia, Sofia, Leo, Zoe, Marco, and Aria.
How many syllables does Nico have?
Nico has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Nico a common or rare name?
Nico is an uncommon name, ranked #4132 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Nico
Nico is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, Greek, German, and American origins . The name means "victory of the people" in Greek Nikolaos .
Is Nico a boy or girl name? Nico is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,132 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #212. Nico is more commonly used as a boy name.
Nico is currently ranked #4,132 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Nico has 2 syllables and is pronounced n-EEK-oh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Nico include Nic. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nico include Nicole, Nicolette, Nicolle, Nichole . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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