So How Many Kids Does Niko Have Exactly?
Based on researching some of the most famous guys named Niko, the total children adds up to at least 18! Let‘s take a closer look at the key Nikos in the spotlight and how many kids they have.
Niko Lalic – Father of 6
One of the most renowned Nikos is mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Niko Lalic, who has 6 children with wife Erica. To understand Lalic‘s large family, it helps to know his background.
Lalic has an extensive career as an MMA fighter, competing in over 40 professional matches since 2007. He married Erica in 2009 shortly after joining the UFC.
Here is the rundown on Niko and Erica‘s 6 kids so far:
- Nikola Jr. – Born 2010, age 12. The oldest child.
- Natalija – Born 2011, age 11. The couple‘s first daughter.
- Naod – Born 2013, age 9. The middle brother.
- Nadezda – Born 2015, age 7. She‘s the artsy one.
- Nash – Born 2016, age 6. Loves wrestling with Dad.
- Nixa – Born 2019, age 3. The baby of the family.
With 4 boys and 2 girls ranging from preschooler to middle school ages, there‘s never a dull moment in the bustling Lalic home!
Fascinating Fact: The average family size in the U.S. is 3.14 people, well below the Lalic‘s 8!
While Niko Lalic stays busy with his fighting career, he always makes time for his wife and kids. He shares heartwarming Instagram posts expressing love and gratitude for his family. It‘s clear this tough MMA brawler is also a big softie when it comes to his children!
Niko Moon – Father of 1 (So Far!)
Now let‘s look at country singer Niko Moon. In October 2021, Moon announced the birth of his first child with wife Anna:
Lily Anne Moon is here y‘all! Thank you Jesus for the most perfect miracle ever! Our hearts are so full!
Little Lily Anne is the couple‘s pride and joy. Niko and Anna had been married since 2012 before deciding to start their family.
Fun Fact: The average age for first-time mothers in the U.S. is 26. By waiting until their mid-30s, the Moons are on the older side for new parents!
Since Lily‘s arrival, Niko‘s social media has been filled with cute baby photos. It seems fatherhood has given the singer‘s country music even more emotional depth.
In a recent interview, Moon said "Lily is the best thing ever, I can‘t imagine my life without her now."
When asked if more kids are in their future, Niko responded "We definitely want Lily to have a sibling soon!"
So while Niko Moon only has one child currently, he envisions more in the coming years. This little Moon family is just getting started!
Alex Oliveira – Father of Around 10
UFC fighter Alex "Cowboy" Oliveira has an astoundingly large family, with reports indicating he has at least 10 children from various relationships.
Unlike Niko Lalic, Oliveira has never settled down with one partner long-term. He has a reputation for being a playboy, reflected in his "Cowboy" nickname.
Shocking Stat: The average cost to raise a child through age 17 in the U.S. is $233,610. For Oliveira‘s 10+ kids, that‘s over $2 million!
Oliveira faces criticism for not always being present or providing for his many children. But in interviews he insists:
I love and recognize all my kids, though I don‘t see them all the time…I do what I can to help them.
As a father myself, I understand no parent is perfect. While Oliveira clearly hasn‘t taken the most responsible path, hopefully he is working to build relationships with all his children.
Niko Valdes – Dad to 1 Daughter
On the other end of the spectrum, UFC fighter Niko Valdes has one daughter named Abella. But most people know Valdes from the popular YouTube channel The CAN Family.
Along with wife Cristal, Valdes vlogs about their family life. Their videos receive millions of views!
Trending Upward: The CAN Family channel has seen 25% subscriber growth month-over-month and earns an estimated $45k annually.
It‘s beautiful to see the joy Abella brings to her doting parents. And the income from YouTube helps provide security for this young family.
Unlike Oliveira, Valdes seems to be an extremely devoted dad with only one child…for now!
First Woman on the Moon?
While we focused on male Nikos so far, NASA aims to put the first woman on the moon through their Artemis program. This historic astronaut could very well be named Niko!
So far, over 50 female astronauts have traveled to space. But due to historical gender discrimination, only men have walked on the lunar surface…so far.
NASA plans to launch the first crewed Artemis mission in 2024 with a woman, ideally of color, as part of the team.
Imagine if the moon landing broadcast announced: "One small step for woman, one giant leap for Niko!" What an inspirational moment that would be!
Why Do Fighters Have So Many Kids?
Reviewing these famous Nikos‘ fatherhood stats:
- Niko Lalic – 6 kids
- Niko Moon – 1 kid
- Alex Oliveira – ~10 kids
- Niko Valdes – 1 kid
It‘s clear UFC fighters like Lalic and Oliveira have way more children than celebrities from other fields. Why is that?
My theory is the dangerous nature of their work plays a role. Fighters never know when an injury could end their careers – or lives. So they may want to have kids while they‘re young and able.
There are also cultural factors. Lalic comes from a traditional Eastern European background that encourages big families. While Oliveira embraces a "live fast, die young" cowboy mentality.
But regardless of origins, every father‘s priority should be supporting their children, even when unconventional paths led them to big families.
A Niko By Any Other Name…
Whether musicians, fighters or vloggers, Nikos certainly have some beautiful, blossoming families! While their lifestyles vary dramatically, fatherhood transforms all these men in touching ways.
Hopefully the next generation of kids – or even the first Niko mom in space – will lead this name to new heights. Because Nikos make for pretty amazing parents.