Ricki
Ricki: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ricki
- A diminutive of the male given name Richard, more often spelled Rickie or Ricky.
- A female given name from the Germanic languages and a nickname of modern usage, also spelled Rikki.
Etymology
From Richard. As a female name also from Erica.
How popular is Ricki?
Since 1880, 4,442 girls and 2,303 boys in the U.S. have been named Ricki (66% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #798 in 1951. Its highest rank for boys was #596 in 1953. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Ricki
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Ricki
Sister and brother names that share Ricki's Germanic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Ricki FAQ
What does the name Ricki mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Richard, more often spelled Rickie or Ricky. A female given name from the Germanic languages and a nickname of modern usage, also spelled Rikki. From Richard. As a female name also from Erica.
What is the origin of the name Ricki?
Ricki is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Ricki?
Since 1880, 4,442 girls and 2,303 boys in the U.S. have been named Ricki (66% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #798 in 1951. Its highest rank for boys was #596 in 1953. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Ricki a boy or girl name?
Ricki is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,442 girls and 2,303 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.