Rick

Boy's name

Rick is a diminutive form of the name Richard, which is of Germanic origin. It means "brave ruler" or "powerful leader."

Meaning Brave ruler
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 42 Falling
Peak year 1958

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Names Starting With R

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Rick Astley - Singer known for "Never Gonna Give You Up."
  • Rick Moranis - Actor from "Ghostbusters" and "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids."
  • Rick Ross - Rapper and founder of Maybach Music Group.
  • Rick Riordan - Author of the Percy Jackson series.
  • Rick Springfield - Musician and actor on "General Hospital."
  • Rick Fox - Former NBA player and actor.
  • Rick Harrison - Pawn Stars reality TV show personality.
  • Rick Wakeman - Keyboardist for the band Yes.
  • Rick Pitino - Basketball coach with NCAA and NBA success.
  • Rick Barry - Hall of Fame basketball player.

Brothers for Rick

Boy names closely related to Rick

Greg Baron Arnold Geovanni Neo Nikolaus Dario Vince

Sisters for Rick

Girl names closely related to Rick

Nadya Leilah Lourdes Milla Pilar Gisele Kaily Elia

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Rick

Dick Dickie Ricardo Rich Richard Richelle Rickey Rickie

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