Ricardo
Meaning of Ricardo
The name Ricardo is a strong and timeless choice for boys, with deep roots in Spanish and Portuguese cultures. It is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Richard, which means "powerful leader" or "brave ruler," originating from the Germanic elements 'ric' (ruler, king) and 'hard' (strong, brave). Pronounced as ree-KAR-doh in Spanish and rih-KAHR-doh in English, Ricardo carries an air of elegance and authority. This name has been consistently popular in the United States for over a century, peaking at its highest rank of 115 in 1992. Common variations include Ricky and Richard, offering flexibility for parents who appreciate both traditional and modern names. Ricardo's enduring appeal can be attributed to its rich history and the strong, charismatic image it evokes.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as ree-KAR-doh (/reˈkar.ðo/)
English
- Pronunced as rih-KAHR-doh (/rɪˈkɑr.doʊ/)
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Notable People Named Ricardo
| Ricardo Arjona, a renowned Guatemalan and Mexican singer-songwriter, is known for his diverse musical style and thought-provoking lyrics, making him one of the best-selling Latin American artists of all time. |
| Ricardo Montalbán was a renowned Mexican-American actor with a seven-decade career spanning various genres in film and television. |
| Ricardo Ivan Rodriguez Araya is a Swiss professional footballer known for his role as a left-back for Serie A club Torino and the Switzerland national team. |
| Ricardo Oliveira - Ricardo José Dognella Lima de Oliveira is a retired Brazilian footballer known for his career as a striker. |
| Ricardo P Lloyd is a British actor, presenter, and writer known for his work in theatre and as a rising talent in the entertainment industry. |
| Ricardo Alejandro Lamas is a retired American professional mixed martial artist who competed in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). |
| Ricardo Daniel Pepi is a prominent American professional soccer player known for his role as a striker for Eredivisie club PSV Eindhoven and the United States national team. |
| Ricardo Alberto Darín is a renowned Argentine actor, film director, and producer, widely regarded as one of the top and most productive actors in Argentine cinema. |
| Ricardo Montaner, an Argentine-born Venezuelan singer, has released over 24 albums and numerous successful singles since the late 1970s, selling an estimated 1 million records worldwide. |
| Ricardo Ezzati Andrello is an Italian prelate of the Catholic Church who has been a cardinal and served as Archbishop of Santiago and Concepción in Chile. |
| Ricardo La Volpe - Ricardo Antonio La Volpe Guarchoni is a former professional footballer and manager, known for his career as a World Cup-winning goalkeeper in Argentina and Mexico. |
| Ricardo Moniz is a Dutch football manager and former player currently serving as the head coach of Croatian 1. HNL club Slaven Belupo. |
| Ricardo Rodríguez Suárez is a successful Spanish football coach who recently led the J1 League club Urawa Red Diamonds to victory in the Emperor's Cup and Japanese Supercup, earning him the title of best coach in the 2021 season. |
| Ricardo Gomes - Ricardo Jorge Pires Gomes is a Cape Verdean professional footballer known for his role as a forward at Al-Shamal SC in the Qatar Stars League. |
| Ricardo Alves Coelho da Silva is a Portuguese professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Iranian club Tractor S.C. |
