Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Reco since 1956
Babies named Reco per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 58 |
| 1970s | 411 |
| 1980s | 312 |
| 1990s | 180 |
| 2000s | 135 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Reco is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1956. Its rank of 12,008 in 2025 indicates it is given to only about 1 in 341,615 boys, making it an uncommon choice. The name saw its highest usage in 1976, but its trajectory has remained stable since then. With no strong ties to a particular state or cultural tradition, Reco offers a simple, distinctive sound for parents seeking an unconventional option.
Reco is a modern coinage with uncertain roots. It may be a variant of Rico, a Spanish nickname for Ricardo, or an invented name. It appears sporadically in U.S. records since 1956, without strong ties to a specific language or tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Rico
Sibling names for Reco
Names that share Reco's style, for a brother or sister.
