Rikki: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: r-eekk-ee
Origin: Germany
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Rikki means 'brave ruler or powerful leader'.

Rikki is derived from the name Ricky, which is a diminutive of Richard, but it also has its own meanings in different cultures, such as 'power' or 'strength' in Japanese. Meaning of the name Rikki means brave ruler or powerful leader. Over time, Rikki has evolved from being a masculine name to being used for both boys and girls, reflecting its unisex appeal. Despite its Germanic origins, Rikki has spread globally, becoming a modern and youthful name. Its significance lies in its timeless association with leadership and power.

Rikki Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Rikki is currently #32846 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Rikki is currently #14082 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Rikki is currently #13644 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Rikki is currently #5810 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Rikki is currently #13757 on Kiindred Australian Names

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