Ricks
Pronunciation: [ r-IHKS ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ricks first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 5 babies have been named Ricks in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ricks is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #29,672 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,672
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Ricks
Ricks is a boy name .
Ricks is currently ranked #29,672 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ricks include Ric, Riy, Riie, and Rickins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ricks include Ricky, Rickey, Rick . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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