Origin, Meaning, And History Of Coco
Coco is a unisex name of multiple origins and different meanings. The American or French origin of the name Coco points towards the meaning ‘chocolate bean’ or ‘cocoa.’ In English, the name means ‘coconut.’ In Spanish and Portuguese, coco means ‘a palm tree.’ The name Coco is also associated with the Nahuatl word cacaua, meaning ‘the bean of cocoa tree.’ Cacaua was later converted into cacao in Spanish and cocoa in English.
It is unclear when the name Coco was first used as a given name, but it was most likely first used as a nickname. It was used as a short form of the Spanish female name Socorro, which means ‘help’ or ‘relief.’ The name Socorro is associated with a title for the Virgin Mary, and this gives spiritual significance to Coco.
This popular nickname later emerged as a well-loved given name, more commonly for girls and for boys in some cases. The name was popularized by the fabulous fashion designer Gabrielle Chanel, who is known by her nickname Coco and has a luxury fashion brand ‘Chanel.’ Some famous personalities like Coco Crisp, an American baseball player, and talk show host Conan ‘Coco’ O’Brien popularized the name as a choice of name for boys.
Mentions of the name in pop culture, movies, series, and books have also shown a positive influence on its popularity. Movies named Coco were released in different genres, as a French comedy in 2009 and an American computer-animated fantasy in 2017. The latter featured a character named Coco who is the great-grandmother of protagonist Miguel. Some other characters are Coco Bandicoot from the video game series ‘Crash Bandicoot,’ Coco Hernandez from the television series ‘Fame,’ Coco Pommel from the American-Canadian cartoon series ‘My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic,’ and Coco Wexler from Nickelodeon comedy-drama ‘Zoey 101.’
Coco
Girl
Christianity
Spanish
9
Two
1 word, 4 letters, 2 vowels, 2 consonants
Short and easy to pronounce
How To Pronounce Coco?
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Famous People With The Name Coco
- Coco GauffAmerican professional tennis player, held career-high ranking of world No. 4 in singles and world No. 1 in doubles
- Coco FuscoAmerican artist, writer, and curator, recipient of the 2016 Greenfield Prize in Visual Art
- Coco JonesAmerican singer and actress, known for playing Roxie in the television Disney movie Let It Shine
- Coco Love AlcornCanadian pop and jazz singer, her music has appeared on the television programs The Dead Zone and The L word
- Coco ChanelFrench fashion designer and businesswoman, founder and namesake of the Chanel brand
- Coco LeeChinese-American singer-songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actress, known for her song Do You Want My Love
Coco On The Popularity Chart
Coco saw a rise in popularity after 2003 and it has continued to grow. Take a look at the graphs based on the data provided by the Social Security Administration.
Popularity Over Time
Coco has shown significant growth in popularity over the years after multiple ups and downs. In 1982 only 21 babies per million babies were named Coco which has increased to 94 babies per million in 2021. Coco reached its highest popularity in 2020 with 104 babies per million.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
Coco has improved in ranking over time and was placed 2032 in 2021. The best rank held by the name was the 1857th rank in 2020.
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How To Communicate The Name Coco In Other Languages
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Coco?
The name Coco means ‘chocolate bean’ or ‘cocoa.’
2. What is the origin of the name Coco?
Coco has a French origin.
3. How to pronounce the name Coco?
Coco is pronounced as co-co.
4. What is the name Coco short for?
In Spanish, Coco may be used as a nickname or shortened form of the feminine name Socorro which means help or relief. Socorro is part of the honored title given to the Virgin Mary in Spanish culture.
5. Can I name a boy Coco?
Yes, Coco is a gender-neutral name and may be given to either boys or girls. However, in movies and games, it is mostly used for female characters.
6. What middle name goes with Coco?
Middle names can add individuality to a person’s identity. Since Coco is a gender-neutral name, choosing middle names that can be used for either boy or girl may make a well-paired full name. Some trendy gender-neutral choices that may complement the name Coco are Alisson, Cameron, Jordan, and Bailey.
7. Is there any famous individual named Coco?
The most famous individual, Coco, may be Gabrielle Bonheur “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion icon. The founder of the globally renowned Chanel brand, she is known for her timeless designs, including the little black dress, Chanel No. 5 perfume, and the iconic Chanel suit.
8. Is the name Coco Italian?
Coco may have an occupational origin as a surname in Italy. It was given to someone who worked as a cook, a cooked meat seller, or an owner of a restaurant. The name derives from the southern Italian word ‘coco,’ meaning cook in English.
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