Chico

Male

Meaning

Diminutive form of Francisco; means small, boy or child.

Origin

Spanish

Pronunciation

/ˈtʃikoʊ/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Chico, a Spanish term for 'small', is a top-notch name for your pint-sized pooch. It's got a spicy Latin flair, reminiscent of Chico and the Man, a 70s sitcom, or Chico Marx, the piano-playing wisecracker of the Marx Brothers. It's a name that says, "I may be small, but I've got personality!" Plus, it's a great conversation starter at the dog park. "Why'd you name him Chico?" "Well, he's small, he's feisty, and he's got a knack for comedy - just like the Marx Brother!" So, if you've got a little dog with a big personality, Chico could be the perfect fit!

Traits associated with the name Chico:

Dogs named Chico tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, beauty, empathy, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Chico?

Naming your dog Chico suggests that you have a fun-loving and outgoing personality. It also suggests that you have a great sense of humor and enjoy making people smile.

Is Chico a good dog name?

Chico has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Chico isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Naming your dog Chico is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Chico was, in the past month, the 128th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Chico is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Chico was viewed 114 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Chico's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Chico is most adored in Arkansas, California and Iowa.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Washington and New Mexico.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Chico.

Most popular breeds named Chico:

  1. Chihuahua
  2. American Pitbull Terrier
  3. German Shepherd
  4. Miniature Pinscher
  5. Labrador Retriever

Famous dogs named Chico:

  • film icon A australian cattle dog named Chico played a role in the movie Secret Window.

Chico is found in these categories:

small dog names
small

Chico means tiny in Spanish, perfect for pint-sized pups!

spanish dog names
spanish

Means "small boy" in Spanish, often used as a nickname.

cute dog names
cute

Spanish for "small boy," it evokes images of adorable, tiny pups.

friendly dog names
friendly

Chico means "little boy" in Spanish, perfect for cuddly pups!

Dog names like Chico:

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Helpful
Chewbacca's nickname in the star wars franchise.
Supplanter
Beautiful
Castle; fort.
Chico dog name meaning

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