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Hicks

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Hicks is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname meaning 'son of Hicke', a diminutive of the name Richard.”, and peaked in popularity in 1919.

Letters5
Syllables1
OriginEnglish

What Hicks Means

An English surname meaning 'son of Hicke', a diminutive of the name Richard.

The Story of Hicks

This name whispers of loyalty, a pledge of kinship passed down through centuries of steadfast service.

Hicks is an English surname meaning 'son of Hicke.' Hicke itself is a diminutive of Richard, a name with Germanic roots meaning 'powerful ruler.' The name's journey is through generations of families who valued steadfastness and clear lineage.

When you consider Hicks, imagine a son whose loyalty is as unwavering as his own name. This is a name for your child who will be a bedrock, someone others can depend on through thick and thin.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

PracticalReliableLoyalStrong-willedDetermined

Peak Year

#9 in 1919

Total Births

74

First Recorded

1913

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