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Niko
Pronounced NEE-koh /ˈni.koʊ/Medium
Meaning: A short form of Nikolaos/Nicole — from Greek, 'victory of the people' (nike, 'victory', plus laos, 'the people'); used for both sexes; here for girlsLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Niko is a short form of Nikolaos/Nicole — from Greek, 'victory of the people' (nike, 'victory', plus laos, 'the people'). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; the model/singer Nico bore it).
In the U.S. it registers thinly for girls. Rare, victory-of-the-people at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Niko mean?
Niko shortens Nikolaos/Nicole — Greek 'victory of the people'.
How do you pronounce Niko?
It's said NEE-koh /ˈni.koʊ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Niko a boy or girl name?
Niko is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Niko?
Niko is a rare name for girls in the U.S.