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Nikos

Boy Name #6,237 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nikos is a boy name, recorded for 14 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nikos often also consider Nina, Nicholas, Nick .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #6,237
Total SSA Count: 14

Alternative Spellings

Niko #344 Nikolai #590 Nikolas #726 Nikola #1589 Nikolaos #2767 Nikolaus #3713

Nicknames

Nik Niy Nikie

Similar Names

Nina Nicholas Nick Nimrod Nita Ninnie Nickolas Nicolas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nikos

Is Nikos a boy or girl name?

Nikos is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Nikos?

Nikos is currently ranked #6237 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Nikos?

Common nicknames for Nikos include Nik, Niy, and Nikie.

Is Nikos a common or rare name?

Nikos is an uncommon name, ranked #6237 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nikos

Nikos is a boy name .

Nikos is currently ranked #6,237 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nikos include Nik, Niy, and Nikie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Nikos include Niko, Nikolai, Nikolas, Nikola, Nikolaos . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.