- Meaning
- Little one, a pet name
- Origin
- French
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- Rare in the US
- Style
- Fun & quirky
- Used in
- French, English-speaking countries
What people expect from a Coco
Coco mixes soft and sharp sounds, so people tend to read it as steady and balanced. Being rare in the US, it stands out, and will be spelt back to you a few times.
The meaning is about love. A name can't give a child love, but it's a nice thing to explain to them one day.
A good fit if you hope for: a rebel.
Names set expectations, not personalities. What the research says.
Coco: name scorecard
Save your future kid some trouble: give them a name they can live and grow with.
Great choice
Coco
- International readabilitySimple letters that read the same almost everywhere.
- Easy to say and spellSays itself: 2 syllables, spelt how it sounds.
- Not too common, not too strangeRare in the US: memorable, and it will be spelt out a lot.
- Playground-proofNo obvious rude words or rhymes. Kids are creative, though.
- Won't get you sued (or refused)Nothing a registrar would object to in most countries.
- A meaning to be proud ofMeans "Little one, a pet name".
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Iceland has a Naming Committee. A new name must fit Icelandic grammar and spelling, or it's refused.
Icelandic Personal Names ActQuestions about Coco
What does the name Coco mean?
Coco is a girl's name of French origin meaning "Little one, a pet name".
Is Coco a boy or girl name?
Coco is usually a girl's name.
How popular is the name Coco?
Coco is rare in the US. It is used in French, English-speaking countries.
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