Name comparison · boy names
Nicholas vs. Nico
In 2025, Nicholas leads at #112 among U.S. boys' names, with Nico at #174. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Nicholas | Nico |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #112 | #174 |
| Babies in 2025 | 3,115 | 2,066 |
| All-time peak | #5 in 1999 | #174 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 21 / 100 | 26 / 100 |
| Strongest state | New Jersey (#39) | District of Columbia (#49) |