Nico
boy name#174 in 2025Nico entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #174 in 2025, ranks #174 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1960–2025
#174
rank today
#174
peak (2025)
2,066
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3044 |
| 1970s | #2886 |
| 1980s | #3001 |
| 1990s | #749 |
| 2000s | #717 |
| 2010s | #466 |
| 2020s | #240 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nico has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 21,000 people named Nico are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nico is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nico in 2025?
- Nico ranks #174 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,066 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nico most popular?
- Nico peaked in 2025, reaching #174 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nico with classmates?
- Nico will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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