Rickey
Norse
"brother"
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Rickey Origin and Meaning
The name Rickey is a boy's name.
Rickey is a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Richard, which comes from Germanic elements meaning 'powerful' and 'ruler' or 'brave.' This friendly, approachable variant gained popularity in America during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s. Notable bearers include baseball legend Rickey Henderson, which enhanced the name's sporty, energetic associations. While Rickey has declined in usage since its peak, it maintains a casual charm and retro appeal. Many Rickeys may go by Rick or use Rickey as a nickname, appreciating its unpretentious, amiable quality that balances familiarity with a touch of distinctive character.
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Rickey Rank in US Top 1000
Famous People Named Rickey
- Rickey Nelson Henley HendersonAmerican baseball player
- Rickey MinorAmerican musician, former bandleader on "The Tonight Show"
- Rickey SmileyAmerican comedian and radio host
- Rickey GreenAmerican basketball player
- Rickey Anderson JacksonAmerican NFL player
- Rickey Medlockeguitarist for American band Blackfoot
- Rickey D'Shon CollinsAmerican voice actor
- Rickey FoggieAmerican CFL and AFL player
- Rickey PauldingAmerican basketball player