Rico
Meaning of Rico
Rico is a popular and energetic name for baby boys. It has Spanish origins and means "strong ruler" or "brave ruler." Rico has become increasingly popular in the United States, with its peak occurrence in 1993 when it ranked 233rd. The name has been consistently used since then, remaining within the top 200 names for most of the past three decades. It is worth noting that variations of this name, such as Ricardo, are also widely used. Rico carries a strong and confident association, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name with character and charm.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as REE-koh (/ˈriːkəʊ/)
American English
- Pronunced as REE-koh (/ˈriːkoʊ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
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Notable People Named Rico
| Rico Nasty, born Maria-Cecilia Simone Kelly, is an American rapper and singer known for her mixtapes and singles, gaining recognition with tracks like "Smack a Bitch" and "Poppin" before releasing her debut studio album, Nightmare Vacation, in December 2020. |
| Rico Love, born Richard Preston Butler Jr., is an American record producer, songwriter, singer, and rapper known for his work with singer Usher. |
| Rico Rodriguez is an American actor best known for his role as Manny Delgado on the ABC sitcom Modern Family, and has received several Screen Actors Guild Awards for his performance. |
