Find out how popular the first name Tiko has been for the last 4 years (from 1976 to 1979) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tiko by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Tiko is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1979, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tiko.

The history of the first name Tiko

The name Tiko is believed to have originated from the Basque language, which is a language isolate spoken in parts of Spain and France. The Basque people have a rich cultural heritage that dates back to ancient times, and their language is one of the oldest still spoken in Europe.

Tiko is thought to be a diminutive form of the Basque name Tiko, which is derived from the Latin name Titus. The name Titus was a Roman praenomen (personal name) that gained popularity during the Roman Empire. It is possible that the name Tiko emerged as a shortened version of Titus among the Basque people who were influenced by Roman culture.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tiko can be found in the 12th century, when a Basque nobleman named Tiko de Bizkaia was mentioned in historical records. De Bizkaia was a powerful family in the region of Biscay (Bizkaia in Basque) during the Middle Ages.

In the 16th century, a Basque explorer named Tiko Naia accompanied Spanish conquistadors on their expeditions to the Americas. Naia is said to have played a crucial role in establishing friendly relations with indigenous tribes, facilitating the Spanish conquest of parts of South America.

During the 17th century, a Basque mathematician and astronomer named Tiko Irurzun made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics. Irurzun's work on the orbital calculations of planets and comets was highly influential in the scientific community of his time.

In the 19th century, a Basque writer and poet named Tiko Arrese gained recognition for his literary works, which celebrated the Basque language and culture. Arrese's poems and essays played a significant role in the Basque literary renaissance of the time.

Another notable figure with the name Tiko was Tiko Vidaurreta, a Basque politician and activist who fought for the autonomy and recognition of the Basque people during the 20th century. Vidaurreta's efforts were instrumental in securing certain rights and protections for the Basque community within Spain.

While the name Tiko may not be as common today as it once was, it remains an important part of Basque cultural heritage and serves as a reminder of the rich history and traditions of the Basque people.

Data source

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