Declining since 2022, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Kiko since 1979
Babies named Kiko per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 15 |
| 1980s | 0 | 24 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 11 | 10 |
| 2010s | 45 | 44 |
| 2020s | 69 | 64 |
Meaning & origin
Kiko is a name with diverse cultural roots, most notably in Japanese and Spanish-speaking communities. It first appeared on U.S. records in 1979, and its highest rank was 7679 in 2021. Since 2022, its usage has been declining. With an estimated 1 in 170,808 newborns receiving the name in 2025, it remains a rare choice. Despite no top states of concentration, Kiko carries a modern, international appeal, bridging East and West. Its meaning varies widely, from Japanese characters for 'hope' or 'chronicle' to being a familiar nickname for Francisco. This dual identity gives the name a unique character, suitable for parents seeking a short, melodic name with cultural depth.
Kiko has multiple origins. In Japanese, it can be written with characters meaning 'hope' (希) and 'child' (子), or 'chronicle' (記) and 'child' (子), among other combinations. In Spanish and Portuguese, Kiko is a diminutive of Francisco (equivalent to Frankie) or Federico. The name gained some international visibility through Japanese media and as a given name in multicultural contexts.
Sibling names for Kiko
Names that share Kiko's style, for a brother or sister.
