Ricks
About Ricks
Ricks is a masculine name that originated as a surname derived from Richard, which comes from Germanic elements meaning 'powerful' or 'brave ruler.' Typically used as a family name, Ricks emerged as a given name through the trend of using surnames as first names. As a given name, it is quite uncommon and maintains a distinctively casual, American feel. Ricks may also be used as a nickname for Richard or Frederick. The name has never ranked among popular given names in the United States or other English-speaking countries. Parents might choose Ricks for its brevity, informal quality, or to honor a family surname.
As of October 2026, Ricks ranked #4357 in US births in 1956 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Ricks in pop culture
- Porter
Sandy, and Bud Ricks, family in movie/TV series "Flipper"
- Rix Island Wear
men's clothing line based in Hawaii