Ritchie
RICH-ee
Popularity
#4285
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
4,142
Peak Year
#153 in 1964
First Recorded
1914
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A diminutive of Richard, a Germanic name composed of the elements 'ric' meaning 'power, rule' and 'hard' meaning 'brave, strong'.
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Ritchie Valens
American singer and guitarist
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