Ricky
RIK-ee
Popularity
#10084
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
224,811
Peak Year
#13,422 in 1958
First Recorded
1925
Style
Vintage, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Ricky is a diminutive of Richard, derived from Germanic elements meaning "powerful" and "ruler".
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Ricky Gervais
British comedian, actor, and writer
Ricky Martin
Puerto Rican singer and actor
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