Nico
Nico is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Italian origin, meaning “Victory of the people”.
| Meaning | Victory of the people |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | NEE-koh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Italy, Germany, United States, Netherlands |
Meaning and origin of Nico
Nico is a short form of Nicholas or Nicolò, from Greek Nikolaos, built from nike, 'victory', and laos, 'people'. Saint Nicholas, the fourth-century bishop of Myra, inspired the legend of Santa Claus. Nico is popular as an independent name across Europe and in the United States. It is also short for Nicodemus.
Is Nico a Christian name?
Nico is linked to Christianity through Saint Nicholas, but it is often used as a secular name.
How popular is Nico?
Common in Europe and well used in the United States.
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Spellings and variants of Nico
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nico mean?
Nico means 'Victory of the people'. It is of Greek, via Italian origin.
Is Nico a Christian name?
Nico is linked to Christianity through Saint Nicholas, but it is often used as a secular name.
How do you pronounce Nico?
Nico is pronounced NEE-koh.
Is Nico a boy or girl name?
Nico is usually a boy name.