Rickard
Rickard is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brave ruler or powerful leader.
Origin and history
Rickard is a traditional Germanic given name and the Swedish cognate of Richard. It combines elements meaning powerful and brave, carrying a classic European heritage. In the United States, it is a rare choice, primarily appearing in historical records or families with Scandinavian roots.
Popularity in the United States
625 babies in the United States have been named Rickard since 1880. It ranks #4051 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (66.7 %)
- IN (33.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 36 |
| 1930-1940 | 33 |
| 1940-1950 | 162 |
| 1950-1960 | 256 |
| 1960-1970 | 102 |
| 1970-1980 | 31 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Rickard
- Rickard Rakell: Ice hockey player
- Rickard Falkvinge: Entrepreneur, Politician
Nicknames
Rick, Ricky
Fun facts
- Rickard is the standard modern Swedish form of the name Richard.
- With just over 600 cumulative U.S. births since 1880, Rickard remains a distinct and uncommon alternative to Richard.