Nico

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Nico Pronunciation

Nico is pronounced NEE-koh /ˈni.koʊ/High

Meaning: Short form of Nicole/Nicola — Greek Nikolaos, nike, 'victory', plus laos, 'people'Medium

In 30 seconds: Cool, crisp victory: Nico pets Nicole — 'victory of the people' — into a sleek, unisex short form. Effortless and chic (think the singer Nico).

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningShort form of Nicole/Nicola — Greek Nikolaos, nike, 'victory', plus laos, 'people'

U.S. rank (2024)#4165 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births35 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 998

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Nico is a short form of Nicole or Nicola — from Greek Nikolaos, 'victory of the people' (nike, 'victory', plus laos, 'people'). Used for both sexes, it's sleek and modern; the singer Nico made it stylishly feminine.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, people's-victory at the root, and chic.

Did you know? Nico, the iconic Velvet Underground singer, made the name famous for women — it shortens Nicole/Nicola, Greek 'victory of the people'.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Nicole — root etymology

Variations

NicoleNicolaNiko

Nicknames

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If you like Nico…

Nicole— a name it shortens

Nicola— the other name it shortens

Cleo— a fellow short chic name

Coco— a companion stylish nickname-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Nico?

Nico is pronounced NEE-koh (/ˈni.koʊ/). Press play above to hear Nico said aloud.

How do you say Nico?

Nico is said NEE-koh (/ˈni.koʊ/). Press play above to hear Nico said aloud.

What does the name Nico mean?

Nico shortens Nicole/Nicola, Greek for 'victory of the people'.

Is Nico a boy or girl name?

Nico is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Nico?

Nico is a rare name for girls in the U.S.