Ricky
Meaning of Ricky
Ricky is a popular male name with a rich history. It is pronounced as RIK-ee in both American English and British English. The name Ricky has variations, with Rick being an alternative option. In the United States of America, Ricky has been consistently chosen by parents for their newborns over the years. While its popularity has fluctuated, it remains a well-loved choice. In recent years, Ricky has ranked around 400 to 600 in terms of occurrence, making it a moderately popular name. However, it's important to note that popularity can vary from year to year. Whether you prefer the full name Ricky or the shorter form Rick, this timeless name offers charm and versatility for your baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as RIK-ee (/ˈrɪki/)
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Notable People Named Ricky
| Ricky Thomas Ponting is a former Australian cricketer and successful captain, known for his exceptional batting skills and leadership in international cricket. |
| Ricky Martin - Enrique "Ricky" Martín Morales is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter known for his musical versatility and early career with the boy band Menudo. |
| Ricky Gervais is a highly acclaimed English comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director known for creating and starring in several successful television sitcoms and winning numerous awards for his work. |
| Ricky Williams - Errick Miron is a former American football running back known for his 11-season career in the NFL and one season in the CFL. |
| Ricky Burns is a Scottish professional boxer who has won world titles in three weight divisions, making him one of only three British boxers to achieve this feat. |
| Eric Hilliard Nelson, known as Ricky Nelson, was an American musician and actor who gained fame from a young age starring in The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet and later became a successful recording artist. |
| Ricky Rubio - Ricard Rubio Vives is a Spanish professional basketball player known for his early start in the sport and his current position with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA. |
| Ricky Hatton - Richard John Hatton, a former professional boxer from Britain, held multiple world championships and is now a boxing promoter and trainer. |
| Ricky Stenhouse Jr. - Richard Lynn Stenhouse Jr. is a successful American NASCAR driver known for his achievements in the Nationwide Series and Sprint Cup Series, and as the winner of the 2023 Daytona 500. |
| Ricky Romero - Ricardo Romero Jr. is a former professional baseball pitcher who played for the Toronto Blue Jays in Major League Baseball (MLB). |
| Ricky Schroder - Richard Bartlett Schroder, also known as Ricky and Rick Schroder, is an American actor and filmmaker who gained fame as a child star in The Champ and Silver Spoons before continuing his career into adulthood with roles in Lonesome Dove and NYPD Blue, as well as directing and producing films and television series. |
| Ricky Skaggs is an American neotraditional country and bluegrass musician known for his skill in playing the mandolin, fiddle, guitar, mandocaster, and banjo. |
| Ricky Carmichael - Richard Joseph Carmichael, also known as "The GOAT" for being the Greatest of All Time in motocross, is an American former professional motocross and stock car racing driver with numerous championship wins and accolades. |
| Ricky Glenn is a former World Series of Fighting Featherweight Champion and an American mixed martial artist competing in the UFC Lightweight division. |
| Ricky Whittle - Richard George Whittle is a British actor known for his roles in Hollyoaks, The 100, and American Gods. |
