Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Nicko since 1981
Babies named Nicko per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 39 |
| 1990s | 102 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 67 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Nicko is a rare modern given name, primarily a diminutive or variant of Nick. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1981 and reached its peak rank of 9,714th in 2025, with a frequency of about 1 in 244,011 births. Its trajectory has been stable, with no recorded top states. Nicko's usage is mostly sporadic, reflecting its informal nature. Unlike its parent name Nicholas, which has centuries of history, Nicko represents a casual contemporary choice, often used as a nickname given as a full name.
Nicko is a modern variant or diminutive of Nick, itself a short form of Nicholas. Nicholas derives from the Greek name Nikolaos, from 'nike' (victory) and 'laos' (people). Nicko emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a casual and informal alternative to the more traditional Nick.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nick
Variants: Nico
Sibling names for Nicko
Names that share Nicko's style, for a brother or sister.
