| Gender | 🧑 Boy |
| Pronunciation | 📣 \nee-ko\ |
| Number of People | 👶 9,000 |
| Rate in 2021 | 709 |
| Numerology | 🔢 22 |
| Name origin | 🌍 Greek |
Niko is the Slavic and Finnish short form of Nicholas. Nicholas's name is the anglicized spelling of the Greek name "Nicolas," which is derived from "nike" (victory) and "laos" (people). Nicholas came into common use in the late Middle Ages, due to the growing cult and popularity of Saint Nicholas (who lived during the 3rd and 4th centuries, in present-day Turkey). Saint Nicholas was known for his secret anonymous gift-giving and thus became the inspiration behind the Christmas tradition of Santa Claus (he was the Dutchman who developed the concept of "Saint Nicholas" in the 19th century). However, centuries before the creation of Saint Nicholas as Santa Claus, the real Saint Nicholas was highly revered among Catholics and Eastern Orthodox alike (which is why this name has enjoyed widespread international appeal). He is known as the patron saint of children (so aptly). Among the Greeks and Italians, Saint Nicholas is also considered the patron saint of sailors and was often revered as a Christianized version of the sea god Poseidon in Greek mythology. Many miracles were attributed to Saint Nicholas so it is not surprising that the name became a favorite of many Christian cultures throughout the Western world. Nicholas remains a very popular name among English speakers, but has also spawned several other variations in other languages, as well as many diminutives including Nick, Noel, Klaas, Nils, Niko and Nico (some examples). Niko is currently a Top 25 favorite boy's name in Croatia and a Top 100 in Slovenia.
Popularity
Niko first appeared on the American male naming charts in 1989 and he's been fighting to stay there ever since. Clearly Niko with a “k” is playing second fiddle to Nico with a “c” and seems to be riding the crest of Nico's popularity wave (only to a lesser extent). Niko is doing better than a couple of years prior, but still below Nico's usage. American parents often swap the “c” for a “k”, and they often think of the “K” as being more Eastern and/or Northern European with the “C” being more common among Western and European Europeans. English speaking. For example Karl vs Carl. So Niko with a much more Scandinavian or Slavic "K" appearance, while Nico feels more Spanish and Italian. We also think that the “k” just names a certain harder edge.
Famous people named Niko
Niko Kapanen (American hockey player)
Nicholas "Niko" Dimitrakos (Finnish hockey player)
Niko Koutouvides (soccer player)
The characteristics of the name Niko are as follows.
They are creative and unique people. They like to see things differently. They are very determined in what they do. They like a systematic and orderly life. They love to write. They love to keep a diary.
They are very thoughtful and compassionate people. They are artistic and creative people. They are very good observers. They can be good fashion designers, writers. However, they can sometimes get into trouble from dealing with too much work. They can be voracious and starting other businesses without finishing their work may lead to their failure. They must act in a balanced and careful manner.
They are frank and optimistic people. They are people who act with emotions before logic. Their feelings are quite strong and they act with confidence. They can express themselves quite clearly. The ready answer is people. They like to live life to the fullest and enjoyment.
They are people who always keep their limits at the highest level in life. They have both intuition and perseverance. It has its own limits. They like rules and laws. Besides, they are deep-thinking people. However, they can be envious people. They can be very skeptical and pessimistic.
Acrostic Poems with the Name Niko
How it hurts you,
I see from your eyes You gave me my medicine
My heart was like broken glass
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Niko is my surname and I'm from a Samoan (Western) background and It's been weird because a lot of people spell it with two k's like the japanese company ... They're surprised to meet me and find out that I'm a pacific islander with a surname like "NIKO" ... Never knew how popular this name was as a first name till now - It's cool ...
Love the name Niko... Named my son it who's now 3yrs old but have spelt it Neiko.. My son is Maori so wanted a Maori name very popular name in New Zealand
i love this name, just the'sound of it ^_^ very cute, if i ever have a girl i would name her Neko, with an e, It's good for a girls name too.
We named our boy dog Luca. For sure it is a boy's name - but in today's world - who really cares if it is a boy or a girl's name. Glad to see it is gaining popularity and that is unique.
I'm A Niko YAY I would have never thought anyone else in this world would have the name'spelled Niko Because There are many other Niko spelled Nico. So I'm happy to know there are othe's of me ❤️
We just named our son Quinn and love the name; however, several nurses and doctors mentioned that It'seems to be the most popular "new" name. It'sounds like this may be the case.
I'm a 13 year old girl and this year I'moved to a new school for 8th grade.And the very first time I saw this boy, I fell totally in love!! he's my BIGGEST crush in the history of crushes. He is super'sexy and has a great personality. I already liked the name Niko and wanted to maybe name a son Niko but now I absolutely Love this name! Go Niko!! Your my Chico!
Yuk! Might as well name him "Unit of Measure" or "Pounds Per'square Inch" .. Gaige....YUK!
MY name is Niko And I'm a girl. I love my name! Its awesome! I would never change it.
This is the name of my beloved dog! If I had a another daughter it would be her name but since I probably wont, I named my favorite little doggie Hallie Bear Like Halle Berry. pronounced the'same way.
My son's nickname is Niko, short for Nicholas, He has acutally had 2 or 3 classmates over the yrs that have the'same First name and Nickname
Named my son Nikos after his Greek grandfather. I love my little Niko!
I'm a girl named niko...and of course, I'm proud of it...It's really unique for girls...and people, even at class, will not forget my name or they can easily remember me having a boy's name yet I'm a girl..haha...
i've decided to name my son Niko, after the main character from GTA IV. His name's Niko too :)
My nephew is named Niko... he's such a smart, good lookin kid. I'm very proud of him. he's my buddy. (see pic)
love the name. I'm 5 months pregnant with a boy and we decided to name him niko.
I love the name niko, it is just so cool and suave
cool,short sweet,simple,a name for all to understand
One of my friends is named Nikolai but we call him Niko. I love the name Niko and would probably want to name my son Nico or Niko, short for Nicholas.