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Nico

“People of victory”

NEE-koh Italian, Greek origin 4 letters 2 syllables
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Nico

People of victory

Italian, Greek

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Victory

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

2

About this name

Nico is a friendly and stylish diminutive of Nicholas, common in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries. It signifies victory and has a spirited, energetic feel that parents find appealing.

It means "People of victory." Nico has Italian and Greek origins. Nico has a popularity score of 80 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced NEE-koh. It is traditionally associated with Christianity. It is associated with themes of Success. Its listed personality traits are Energetic, Friendly and Confident. It has 2 syllables and 4 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Nicholas, Nikos and Nicolas.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nico mean?

The name Nico means "People of victory."

What origin is the name Nico?

Nico has Italian and Greek origins.

Is Nico a boy or girl name?

Nico is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Nico?

Nico is pronounced NEE-koh.

Is Nico popular?

Nico has a popularity score of 80 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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