Rickel
Pronunciation: [ r-IHK-uhl ]
Rickel is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,689 in the US, popular nicknames include Ric, Riy, and Ricie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Rickel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 37 babies have been named Rickel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rickel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,689 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #54,689
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Rickel
Rickel is a girl name .
Rickel is currently ranked #54,689 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rickel include Ric, Riy, Ricie, and Rickie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rickel include Ricki . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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