Riccardo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationree-KAR-do / riˈkardoItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: Powerful ruler; Latin: Strong leader
Historical & Cultural Background
Riccardo is the Italian form of the name Richard, which has roots in Old High German. The name has been popular in Italy and other countries, particularly during the Middle Ages. It has been borne by several notable historical figures, including kings and nobles.
Trend Summary
The name Riccardo has seen moderate popularity in Italy and among Italian communities, with fluctuating trends in other countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Riccardo
- Rico
International Variants
- Richard (English)
- Ricardo (Spanish)
- Rikard (Swedish)
Famous people named Riccardo
Riccardo Muti is an Italian conductor known for his work with major orchestras around the world.
Riccardo Tisci is an Italian fashion designer recognized for his role as the creative director of Givenchy.
Riccardo Montolivo is a retired Italian footballer who played for the national team and clubs like AC Milan.
Riccardo Scamarcio is an Italian actor known for his roles in both Italian and international films.
Fictional characters named Riccardo
Riccardo is a character in the opera 'Rigoletto' by Giuseppe Verdi, known for his tragic story.
Riccardo is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed II', serving as a nobleman in Renaissance Italy.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Riccardo was first seen in the United States in 1913. Riccardo has ranked as high as #1089 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, California, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Riccardo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Riccardo (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 18 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 22 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 29 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 32 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 12 |