Rikesh
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rikesh first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 6 babies have been named Rikesh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rikesh is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,292 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #22,292
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rikesh
Rikesh is a boy name .
Rikesh is currently ranked #22,292 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rikesh include Rik, Rike, Rikey, Rikeie, Riy, Riie, and Rikkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rikesh include Riker . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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