coco

Coco is a name and term used in several contexts. As a given name or nickname, it is used internationally and has been applied to people including fashion designer Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel, known professionally as Coco Chanel, and various entertainers and athletes.

In Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking contexts, coco simply means coconut, and the word appears in culinary terms, place names, and nicknames.

The most prominent contemporary reference is the 2017 animated feature Coco from Pixar Animation Studios. Directed by Lee Unkrich and produced by Darla K. Anderson, the film tells the story of Miguel, a young aspiring musician who, during the Mexican Día de los Muertos, journeys into the Land of the Dead to learn about his family's history. Coco was praised for its visuals, heart, and respectful portrayal of Mexican culture. It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and was nominated for several other awards, including Best Original Song for "Remember Me." It grossed over $800 million worldwide.

Additionally, Coco may appear in brand names, fictional characters, or as a colloquial nickname in various cultures. The term should not be confused with cocoa, a beverage or chocolate product, or coconut, the fruit produced by the coconut palm.

Coco, as a versatile term, continues to function as a personal name and cultural reference across media and language contexts.