Dick
Meaning of Dick
The name Dick is a male name with English origin. It is often used as a diminutive of the name Richard. In terms of pronunciation, it is pronounced as "dik" (/dɪk/). The name Dick has been recorded in data for newborns in Wisconsin over the years, with varying occurrences and ranks. It was more popular in the mid-20th century, with relatively higher rankings during that time. However, its usage has declined significantly since then. The name Dick carries associations with strength and leadership due to its association with the longer form Richard.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as dik (/dɪk/)
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Notable People Named Dick
| Dick Cheney - Richard Bruce Cheney is an American politician and businessman who served as the 46th vice president of the United States from 2001 to 2009 under President George W. Bush. |
| Richard Wagstaff Clark was a prominent American television and radio personality, known for hosting American Bandstand and Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. |
| Dick Van Dyke - Richard Wayne Van Dyke is a renowned American actor, entertainer, and comedian with a career spanning over seven decades, and he has received numerous prestigious awards and honors for his contributions to film, television, and stage. |
| Dick Gregory - Richard Claxton Gregory was a popular American comedian, actor, writer, activist, and social critic known for his best-selling writings and "no-holds-barred" comedy sets that addressed bigotry and racism in the United States. |
| Dick Dale, also known as "The King of the Surf Guitar," was an American rock guitarist and pioneer of surf music, drawing inspiration from Middle Eastern music scales and experimenting with reverb. |
| Dick Vermeil - Richard Albert Vermeil is a former American football coach with a successful tenure in the NFL, including leading the St. Louis Rams to a Super Bowl victory. |
| Dick Francis - Richard Stanley Francis was a British steeplechase jockey and crime writer known for his novels centered around horse racing in England. |
| Dick Vitale - Richard John Vitale, also known as "Dickie V", is a well-known American basketball sportscaster and former coach, famous for his energetic commentary and catchphrases during games. |
| Dick Wolf - Richard Anthony Wolf is a renowned American film and television producer, famous for creating the Law & Order, Chicago, and FBI franchises. |
| Dick Raaijmakers, also known as Dick Raaymakers or Kid Baltan, was a Dutch composer, theater maker, and theorist, considered a pioneer in electronic and tape music. |
| Richard 'Dick' Johnson is a former racing driver and part-owner of the V8 Supercar team Dick Johnson Racing, known for his achievements as a five-time Australian Touring Car Champion and a three-time winner of the Bathurst 1000. |
| Dick Smith - Richard Emerson Smith was an award-winning American special make-up effects artist known for his work on iconic films like The Godfather, The Exorcist, and Amadeus. |
| Dick Van Patten - Richard Vincent Van Patten was an American actor, comedian, businessman, and animal welfare advocate, best known for his role as Tom Bradford on the television series Eight Is Enough. |
| Ronald Gordon King-Smith OBE, also known as Dick King-Smith, was an English children's book author best known for The Sheep-Pig, which inspired the movie Babe, and received numerous accolades for his contributions to literature. |
| Dick Frizzell - Richard John Frizzell is a renowned New Zealand artist recognized for his pop art pieces that incorporate Kiwiana and Māori art elements. |
