Find out how popular the first name Kiko has been for the last 45 years (from 1979 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kiko by gender

Based on the last 45 years of data, Kiko is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 58% of people named Kiko being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 14 male babies and 14 female babies born with the name Kiko.

The history of the first name Kiko

The name Kiko is a diminutive form of the Spanish name Francisco, which means "Frenchman". It is derived from the Latin name Franciscus, which was originally an ethnic name referring to the Franks, a Germanic tribe that settled in modern-day France and established the Frankish Empire.

The name Francisco gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to the influence of St. Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan order. St. Francis was born in 1181 or 1182 in Assisi, Italy, and was known for his commitment to poverty and his love for nature and animals.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Kiko dates back to the 16th century in Spain. It was commonly used as a nickname for Francisco, but it eventually became a standalone name in its own right.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Kiko. One of the most famous was Kiko Veneno, a Spanish singer-songwriter born in 1952, whose real name is Francisco Ramírez Arellano. He was a prominent figure in the Spanish rock and fusion music scenes.

Another notable individual was Kiko Argüello, a Spanish painter and pioneer of the Neocatechumenal Way, a Catholic movement focused on adult faith formation. He was born in 1939 and co-founded the Neocatechumenal Way with Carmen Hernández in the 1960s.

In the world of sports, Kiko Macheda is a Spanish former professional footballer who played as a striker. He was born in 1991 and played for clubs such as Manchester United, Sampdoria, and Birmingham City.

Kiko Alonso is a Colombian-American football linebacker who currently plays for the New Orleans Saints in the National Football League (NFL). He was born in 1990 and has also played for the Buffalo Bills and the Miami Dolphins.

Another notable figure is Kiko Veneno, a Spanish singer-songwriter and producer who was born in 1952. He is known for his contributions to the rock and fusion music genres in Spain.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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