Boy name
Ricardo name meaning
“powerful ruler”
Ricardo is a masculine name meaning powerful ruler, used as the Spanish and Portuguese form of Richard. Richard is a Germanic name combining elements meaning ruler and strong. The relationship to Richard explains both the source of Ricardo and the two parts of its meaning.
What does Ricardo mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Ricardo
The Spanish and Portuguese form of Richard, a Germanic name combining elements meaning ruler and strong.
Name combinations with Ricardo
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Ricardo, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Ricardo: powerful ruler
- Karta: prosperous, safe, fortunate
- Laksamana: highest-ranking naval commander
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Meaning of each word
- Ricardo: powerful ruler
- Whisnu: name of the cosmic preserving deity
- Bagas: healthy and vigorous
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Ricardo Dimaz
Meaning of each word
- Ricardo: powerful ruler
- Dimaz: younger brother; affectionate address
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Meaning of each word
- Pramana: measure, evidence, basis of knowledge
- Ricardo: powerful ruler
- Nugraha: grace, a gracious gift
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Ricardo Agam
Meaning of each word
- Ricardo: powerful ruler
- Agam: male; sturdy and strong
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Meaning of each word
- Ricardo: powerful ruler
- Fajar: light before sunrise
- Satria: knight, noble warrior
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How to pronounce Ricardo
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦶꦕꦂꦢꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮤᮎᮁᮓᮧ |
Is Ricardo a boy’s name?
Yes, Ricardo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 92% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Ricardo ranks #1,230 among boy names in our data sample (16 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Ricardo
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 Ricardo
- Ricardo Salampessy · b. 1984
- Ricardo Merani · b. 1989
- Ricardo Gelael · b. 1959
- Ricardo Waliwalang · b. 1998
- Ricardo Darman Panjaitan
- Ricardo E. Jacob
- Ricardo Hutauruk
- Ricardo Sitinjak · b. 1964
FAQ about the name Ricardo
What is the meaning of Ricardo?
Ricardo means powerful ruler. The Spanish and Portuguese form of Richard, a Germanic name combining elements meaning ruler and strong.
Is Ricardo a boy’s name?
Yes, Ricardo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 92% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Ricardo?
Ricardo is of European origin.
How many syllables does Ricardo have?
Ricardo has 3 syllables (Ri-car-do) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Ricardo?
Ricardo ranks #1,230 among boy names in our data sample (16 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Ricardo?
Some ideas: Ricardo Karta Laksamana; Ricardo Whisnu Bagas; Ricardo Dimaz.
Famous people named Ricardo?
Notable people named Ricardo include Ricardo Salampessy, Ricardo Merani, Ricardo Gelael.
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