Biko
boy nameBiko entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #4271 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#4271
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5772 |
| 1980s | #5370 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Biko are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Biko alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Biko in 2025?
- Biko is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Biko most popular?
- Biko peaked in 1989, reaching #4271 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Biko with classmates?
- Biko will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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