Rikishi
Rikishi is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,952 in the US, popular nicknames include Rik, Riy, and Rikie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Rikishi first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 10 babies have been named Rikishi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rikishi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,952 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,952
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Nicknames
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Also a Girl Name
Rikishi is also used as a girl name, ranked #29987.
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About the Name Rikishi
Rikishi is a boy name .
Is Rikishi a boy or girl name? Rikishi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #8,952 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #29,987. Rikishi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Rikishi is currently ranked #8,952 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rikishi include Rik, Riy, Rikie, and Rikiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis