Rickie
Rickie is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brave ruler or powerful leader.
Origin and history
Rickie is a diminutive form of Richard, which derives from Germanic elements meaning brave ruler. Historically used as a standalone given name for boys, it saw peak popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is less common for newborns but remains a familiar classic name.
Popularity in the United States
16,383 babies in the United States have been named Rickie since 1880. It ranks #922 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1813.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.9 %)
- CA (7.5 %)
- OH (7.4 %)
- IN (6.1 %)
- KY (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 35 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,224 |
| 1950-1960 | 7,649 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,292 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,503 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,195 |
| 1990-2000 | 714 |
| 2000-2010 | 396 |
| 2010-2019 | 261 |
| 2020-2029 | 114 |
Famous people named Rickie
- Rickie Fowler: Golfer, Athlete
- Rickie Weeks: Baseball Player, Coach
Nicknames
Rick, Rik
Fun facts
- Rickie originated as a pet form of Richard, combining 'Rick' with the affectionate '-ie' suffix.
- The name experienced its greatest usage in the U.S. during the 1950s and 1960s.