Boy Name · English Origin
Chico
Chico is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Strong-willed". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Chico often also consider Chase.
Chico meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Strong-willed
Origin: English naming roots help connect Chico to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Chico as C·H·I·C·O, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Chico is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Chico variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Chicoa, Chicoe, Chicoy, Chic.
- Nicknames: Chi and C.
- Middle names: Pair Chico with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Chico middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Chase, Chaka, Chucky, Chuck, Chas — full picks on the sibling names for Chico guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Chico? Browse our names like Chico guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Chico
What does the name Chico mean?
Chico means "Strong-willed" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Chico?
Chico originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Chico?
Chico has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Chico a boy's or girl's name?
Chico is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Chico in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Chico sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Chico?
Names that share Chico's sound and style include Chase, Chaka, Chucky, Chuck, Chas.
What middle names pair well with Chico?
Good middle-name fits for Chico pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Chico is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Chico is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Chico?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Chico share its rhythm without rhyming — Chase, Chaka, Chucky all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.