Ricky
Ricky: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹɪki/
Meaning and origin of Ricky
- A diminutive of the male given name Richard.
Etymology
From Rick + -y.
How popular is Ricky?
Since 1880, 1,944 girls and 223,145 boys in the U.S. have been named Ricky (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1182 in 1959. Its highest rank for boys was #34 in 1958. In 2025 it ranked #949 for boys, with 263 babies given the name.
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Ricky FAQ
What does the name Ricky mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Richard. From Rick + -y.
How popular is the name Ricky?
Since 1880, 1,944 girls and 223,145 boys in the U.S. have been named Ricky (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1182 in 1959. Its highest rank for boys was #34 in 1958. In 2025 it ranked #949 for boys, with 263 babies given the name.
Is Ricky a boy or girl name?
Ricky is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,944 girls and 223,145 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.