Rich
Rich: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ษนษชtอกส/
Meaning and origin of Rich
- A diminutive of the male given name Richard.
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
From Richard. The surname also derives from rich as a nickname.
How popular is Rich?
Since 1880, 4,407 boys in the U.S. have been named Rich. Its highest rank for boys was #497 in 1962. In 2025, 27 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Rich FAQ
What does the name Rich mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Richard. A surname transferred from the given name. From Richard. The surname also derives from rich as a nickname.
What is the origin of the name Rich?
Rich is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Rich?
Since 1880, 4,407 boys in the U.S. have been named Rich. Its highest rank for boys was #497 in 1962. In 2025, 27 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Rich a boy or girl name?
Rich is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,407 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.