Boy name
Dick name meaning
“brave ruler”
Dick is a masculine English name meaning “brave ruler”. It is a short form of Richard, a name composed of Germanic elements meaning “ruler” and “brave” or “strong”. The meaning of Dick therefore comes through Richard, the longer name from which this English short form developed.
What does Dick mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Dick
An English short form of Richard, composed of Germanic elements meaning ruler and brave or strong.
Name combinations with Dick
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Dick, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Dick: brave ruler
- Miharjo: prosperous, safe
- Galang: support, supporting beam
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Meaning of each word
- Dick: brave ruler
- Awi: the bamboo plant
- Shri: splendor, beauty, prosperity
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Dick Sugih
Meaning of each word
- Dick: brave ruler
- Sugih: wealthy, possessing abundant riches
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Meaning of each word
- Teja: radiance, brilliance
- Dick: brave ruler
- Krisno: black or dark-colored
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Dick Rakai
Meaning of each word
- Dick: brave ruler
- Rakai: territorial chief, ruler
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Meaning of each word
- Dick: brave ruler
- Krisno: black or dark-colored
- Panji: noble title; ceremonial banner
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How to pronounce Dick
| Syllables | 1 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
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| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮤᮎ᮪ᮊ᮪ |
Is Dick a boy’s name?
Yes, Dick is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Dick ranks #3,255 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Dick
Names with related meanings
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Imam♂Leader, leader of worship
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Hendra♂Ruler, king
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Amir♂Leader, commander
- Malik♂Owner
- Herry♂Ruler of the household
- Syah♂King, royal ruler
- Hendri♂Ruler of the household
- Dadang♂Master
- Hendrik♂Ruler of the household
Famous people named Dick
- Dick Sudirman · b. 1922
- Dick Gelael · b. 1934
- Dick Henk Wabiser
- Dick Tena Bolo Louro · b. 1971
- Ny. Dick Tandayu
FAQ about the name Dick
What is the meaning of Dick?
Dick means brave ruler. An English short form of Richard, composed of Germanic elements meaning ruler and brave or strong.
Is Dick a boy’s name?
Yes, Dick is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Dick?
Dick is of European origin.
How many syllables does Dick have?
Dick has 1 syllable (Dick) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Dick?
Dick ranks #3,255 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Dick?
Some ideas: Dick Miharjo Galang; Dick Awi Shri; Dick Sugih.
Famous people named Dick?
Notable people named Dick include Dick Sudirman, Dick Gelael, Dick Henk Wabiser.
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