Neko

Boy name

Neko has been given to 1,248 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It peaked in 2021. In 2025, about 1 in 50,238 boys was named Neko.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,248

Peak year

2021 (63 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1968

10-year trend

▼ -17%

Gender split

20% girls / 80% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Neko — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Nikoboy

15,135 babies since 1962

Neoboy

3,123 babies since 1990

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FAQ

How popular is the name Neko?

Neko has been given to 1,248 babies in the U.S. since 1968. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Neko peak?

Neko peaked in 2021, when 63 babies were given the name.

Is Neko a girl or boy name?

Neko is primarily a boy name (80% of babies named Neko are boys).

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