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Isko is a nickname and given name used in the Philippines and in other Spanish-influenced communities. It is commonly a diminutive form derived from names that begin with Is-, such as Isidro or Ismael, and it is sometimes used as a standalone given name. In contemporary popular culture, Isko is most widely recognized as the nickname of Francisco Moreno Domagoso, a Filipino actor and politician who served as the Mayor of Manila from 2019 to 2022.

Francisco Moreno Domagoso, born October 1974, began his career as an actor before entering public service. As mayor, he championed urban development and social welfare programs in Manila and remained a prominent figure in Philippine politics. The use of Isko in public discourse is largely tied to his persona, though the name itself predates his rise to public office.

The term is inherently informal and its meaning depends on context. It does not refer to a single organization or concept and may appear in reference to different people named Isko or to the nickname itself.

See also: Isidro (name); Ismael; Iskandar.