Langston vs Ricky

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ricky

Boy #830 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong)

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#830
Total SSA Count
300
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Langston Rank #912
Ricky Rank #830

Ricky is more popular, ranked #830 vs #912 for Langston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Langston or Ricky more popular?

Ricky is more popular, ranked #830 compared to Langston at #912 in the United States.

What do Langston and Ricky mean?

Langston means "long stone settlement" (Old English origin). Ricky means "powerful ruler" (Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong) origin).

Are Langston and Ricky boy or girl names?

Langston is primarily a boy name. Ricky is primarily a boy name.

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