Chico
Chico: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Chico
- A diminutive of the male given name Francisco, from Portuguese.
How popular is Chico?
Since 1880, 951 boys in the U.S. have been named Chico. Its highest rank for boys was #1179 in 1977. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Chico FAQ
What does the name Chico mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Francisco, from Portuguese.
How popular is the name Chico?
Since 1880, 951 boys in the U.S. have been named Chico. Its highest rank for boys was #1179 in 1977. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Chico a boy or girl name?
Chico is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 951 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.