Riki Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationREE-kee / ˈriːkiJapanese; Hebrew
Meaning
Japanese: 'child'; Hebrew: 'my friend'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Riki can be associated with strength and power, as it is derived from the kanji for 'strength' (力). In Hebrew, the name conveys a sense of friendship and companionship. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, often as a diminutive or affectionate form of longer names. It is used in both modern and traditional contexts.
Trend Summary
Riki has seen a modest presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ricky
International Variants
- Riki (Japanese)
- Riki (Hebrew)
Famous people named Riki
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Fictional characters named Riki
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Riki was first seen in the United States in 1948. Riki has ranked as high as #1230 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Riki has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Riki (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |