Chico Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Chico

"A city in Butte County, California, United States."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1977 👥 951 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A city in Butte County, California, United States.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
951
Life Path
Number 11

📖 What Does Chico Mean?

Chico means small, boy or child in the Spanish language. It is also the nickname for Francisco in the Portuguese language.

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Chico means small, boy or child in the Spanish language. It is also the nickname for Francisco in the Portuguese language.

Root Element
Chico
Core Meaning
"A city in Butte County, California, United States."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Chico

C 3
H 8
I 9
C 3
O 6
SUM 11
11
Life Path
Intuition & Insight
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
5
Personality
Freedom & Adventure

Life Path 11 — Intuition & Insight: Highly intuitive, idealistic, and visionary.

📊 Chico in Numbers

951 US bearers
1977 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Chico" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A city in Butte County, California, United States.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~951 people named Chico in the US. Peaked in 1977 with 56 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Chico?

The Life Path number for Chico is 11, associated with Intuition & Insight. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 5.

Is Chico a boy or girl name?

Chico is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Chico in the US?

Approximately 951 people in the United States are named Chico. The name peaked in 1977 with 56 recorded uses.

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