boy name
Niko
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#325 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Niko in the US, 1880–2025
Niko first appears in US records in 1962. It peaked in 2022, when 1,192 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,046.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Niko a boy or a girl name?
Niko is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Niko?
In 2025, Niko ranked #325 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Niko most popular?
Niko was most popular in 2022, when about 1,192 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.