Niccolo
2025 SSA
About Niccolo
Niccolo is a masculine Italian name, the equivalent of Nicholas in English. Derived from Greek elements meaning "victory of the people," Niccolo carries a strong, victorious connotation. The name gained historical prominence through figures like Niccolò Machiavelli, the Renaissance political philosopher, and Niccolò Paganini, the legendary violinist. In Italy, the name has maintained steady popularity through generations, while outside Italy it offers an attractive option for parents seeking a name with European flair. Niccolo has a melodic quality characteristic of Italian names, with its double consonants and clear ending vowel. The name projects strength and cultural sophistication while maintaining approachability.
Pronounced nee-KO-lo.
As of October 2026, Niccolo ranked #3070 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2575 in 2021.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,142 | 36 | 18.7 |
| 2015 | #3,066 | 38 | 19.8 |
| 2016 | #3,746 | 29 | 15.3 |
| 2017 | #4,062 | 26 | 14 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,434 | 23 | 12.8 |
| 2020 | #3,705 | 29 | 16.8 |
| 2021 | #2,575 | 51 | 29.2 |
| 2022 | #2,779 | 47 | 26.9 |
| 2023 | #2,984 | 42 | 24.6 |
| 2024 | #2,852 | 45 | 26.1 |
| 2025 | #3,070 | 40 | 23.4 |
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