Boy

Ricky

RIK-ee

Beautiful But Not Top 100 ↓ Falling

✦ Meaning

“A diminutive of Richard, from Germanic 'Ricohard' combining 'ric' (power) and 'hard' (hardy). Popularized in mid-20th century as a friendly, approachable variation.”

Popularity Over Time

Ricky US popularity rank over timeRank 3873 in 1927 to rank 34 in 1958. Lower rank numbers are more popular.#34#1954#3873192519401960198020002024

Currently ranked #826 in the United States.

Origin

GermanicOld English

Syllables

2

Nicknames

Rick

Style

ClassicPlayfulVintageTimeless

Famous Bearers

  • Ricky Martin (singer)
  • Ricky Ricardo (I Love Lucy)

Collections

Beautiful But Not Top 100 → Two Syllables → Vintage Revival →

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People Also Ask

A diminutive of Richard, from Germanic 'Ricohard' combining 'ric' (power) and 'hard' (hardy). Popularized in mid-20th century as a friendly, approachable variation.

Ricky is currently ranked #826 in the United States. Fewer parents are choosing it each year.

Popular nicknames for Ricky include Rick.

Names that pair beautifully with Ricky include Beatrix, Barnaby, Felix, Roscoe, Jasper.