Ricki Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Ricki originates from the Germanic root meaning 'power' or 'ruler'. It has evolved from Old High German through various forms to its modern usage. The name is trendy and youthful, with no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century, and it is associated with creativity and individuality.

The name Ricki is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ricki has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ricki' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4578th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 856th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1922nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3093rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6882nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16116th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3368th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1300th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1982nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1745th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3104th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4666th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ricki' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ricki"

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Pronunciation

/ˈrɪki/

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Origin

Germanic

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Etymology

The name Ricki is derived from the Old High German name 'ric', meaning 'power' or 'ruler'. It is often considered a diminutive of names such as Richard or Rick.

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Meaning

power, ruler

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Language Evolution

Old High German: Ric, Middle High German: Riek, Modern German: Rick

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern and trendy name.

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Variants & Derivatives

Ricky, Rick, Richard

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Ricki is perceived as a youthful and vibrant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.

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Famous People

Ricki Lake, an American actress and television presenter, Ricki Lee Coulter, an Australian singer and television personality

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ricki"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Ricki"

"Ricki" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 4578th of 6773 35
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 856th of 7552 1,425
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1922nd of 10718 364
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 3093rd of 16616 294
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 6882nd of 24088 163
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 16116th of 23106 22
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 3368th of 9204 134
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1300th of 12526 1,194
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1982nd of 19264 705
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1745th of 27321 1,224
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 3104th of 35406 805
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 4666th of 30306 352

Regional Popularity of "Ricki" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
26.49%
590th/2227
41.28%
1003rd/2430
38.21%
1090th/2853
32.25%
895th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
60.98%
1791st/2937
- 57.82%
2034th/3518
-
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 56.72%
2946th/5194
48.79%
3082nd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 68.67%
5022nd/7313
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Ricki" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
100.00%
1546th/1546
86.05%
1339th/1556
- 92.70%
1434th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
56.58%
1260th/2227
38.44%
934th/2430
55.98%
1597th/2853
41.41%
1149th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
82.43%
2421st/2937
51.56%
1796th/3483
88.63%
3118th/3518
49.16%
1988th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
44.59%
1643rd/3685
43.66%
1954th/4475
35.37%
1837th/5194
30.13%
1903rd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
62.29%
2854th/4582
58.83%
3038th/5164
43.99%
3217th/7313
47.39%
3537th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 82.50%
5628th/6822
79.84%
5011th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Ricki"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Ricki" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.