Ricky
Meaning: Powerful ruler
Origin: Old Germanic/English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #217
Total births: 1,069
History: Ricky peaked in the 1980s in Australia. Ricky Ponting captained Australia to cricket world dominance. His aggressive batting and competitive fire defined an era. Ricky means Australian cricket at its most dominant.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1986) | #89 |
| Babies named Ricky in 1986 | 83 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,069 |
| Peak year | 1961 (118 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #68 |
| Years in records | 1959–1986 (13 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Ricky
What does the name Ricky mean?
Ricky means “Powerful ruler” from Old Germanic/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Ricky?
Ricky has Old Germanic/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Powerful ruler”.
How popular is Ricky in Australia?
Ricky ranked #89 in Australia in 1986 — given to 83 babies that year.
When was Ricky most popular?
Ricky peaked in 1961 with 118 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Ricky a boy or girl name?
Ricky is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Rickys in registered births are male.
How long has Ricky been recorded in Australia?
Ricky appears in birth records in Australia across 13 years — from 1959 through 1986.