Holding steady.
Popularity of Ricci since 1944
Babies named Ricci per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 13 | 25 |
| 1950s | 61 | 350 |
| 1960s | 90 | 195 |
| 1970s | 188 | 113 |
| 1980s | 255 | 127 |
| 1990s | 172 | 47 |
| 2000s | 50 | 17 |
| 2010s | 15 | 5 |
| 2020s | 10 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ricci is a rare and enigmatic name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1944. Its peak year came in 1954, but even then the name did not crack the national rankings. The name has maintained a stable trajectory, hovering just above the threshold of statistical visibility. While its exact origins are debated, Ricci likely represents either a modern English coinage or a borrowing of the Italian surname, possibly drawn from celebrity or popular culture. The name was never concentrated in any particular region; top states are not available due to low numbers. For a parent seeking a short, melodic name with a cosmopolitan feel, Ricci offers a distinctive choice with no frills.
Ricci likely emerged as a given name in 20th-century America, possibly as a feminine variant of Ricky or a borrowing of the Italian surname Ricci (meaning 'curly-haired'). Its usage as a first name is rare, with recorded births beginning in 1944. The name saw a small peak in 1954 and has remained stable since the 1950s, though it has never been popular enough to rank nationally.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Ricci
Sibling names for Ricci
Names that share Ricci's style, for a brother or sister.
