Riccardo
Riccardo is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Brave ruler or powerful leader.
Origin and history
Riccardo is the Italian form of the Germanic name Richard. It combines elements meaning power and brave, carrying a classic, traditional feel in Italy. In the United States, it remains a rare choice, primarily used within families appreciating its Italian heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,576 babies in the United States have been named Riccardo since 1880. It ranks #3172 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1847.
States where it is most popular
- NY (65.5 %)
- IL (12.2 %)
- CA (5.6 %)
- FL (5.6 %)
- NJ (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 7 |
| 1930-1940 | 7 |
| 1940-1950 | 40 |
| 1950-1960 | 206 |
| 1960-1970 | 244 |
| 1970-1980 | 270 |
| 1980-1990 | 258 |
| 1990-2000 | 197 |
| 2000-2010 | 132 |
| 2010-2019 | 130 |
| 2020-2029 | 80 |
Famous people named Riccardo
- Riccardo Muti: Conductor, Musician
- Riccardo Tisci: Fashion Designer
Nicknames
Ricky, Rick, Ric
Fun facts
- Riccardo is the direct Italian counterpart to the English name Richard, sharing the ancient Germanic roots ric and hard.
- While Richard has been a top historical name in the U.S., Riccardo remains a distinctive and relatively rare variant.