Rico Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rico is a name of Spanish and Italian origin meaning 'rich' or 'wealthy'. Its evolution traces back to Old Italian and Old High German forms. The name conveys traits of affluence and charm, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and remains associated with a stylish image.
The name Rico is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rico has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Rico' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3988th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3764th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1710th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 654th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 701st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1205th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1444th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24560th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Rico' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rico"
Pronunciation
/ˈriːkoʊ/
Origin
Spanish/Italian
Etymology
Rico is derived from the Spanish and Italian word 'rico', meaning 'rich' or 'wealthy'. It can also be a diminutive form of names like Enrique or Federico.
Meaning
rich, wealthy
Language Evolution
Rico (modern Spanish/Italian), Ricco (Old Italian), Rīco (Old High German)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world and among Italian communities, especially during the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Ricardo, Enrique, Rico Jr.
Modern Popularity & Image
Rico is often perceived as a vibrant and stylish name, associated with charm and affluence.
Famous People
Rico Rodriguez (actor), Rico Suave (musician), Rico Yan (actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rico"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rico"
"Rico" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3988th of 7545 | 64 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3764th of 6773 | 68 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1710th of 7552 | 398 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 654th of 10718 | 2,530 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 701st of 16616 | 3,181 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1205th of 24088 | 2,100 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1444th of 23106 | 1,494 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11010th of 19264 | 36 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24560th of 27321 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Rico" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
91.44% 1261st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
54.42% 1212th/2227 |
- | - |
35.06% 973rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.87% 613th/2937 |
43.76% 1524th/3483 |
14.47% 509th/3518 |
20.38% 824th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
17.64% 650th/3685 |
33.27% 1489th/4475 |
10.74% 558th/5194 |
13.50% 853rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.66% 1130th/4582 |
42.37% 2188th/5164 |
14.63% 1070th/7313 |
16.47% 1229th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.42% 1451st/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
19.44% 1326th/6822 |
19.69% 1236th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Rico" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rico"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rico" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.