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UK boy's name

Ricco

A masculine name of Italian origin meaning "rich" or "wealthy".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Ricco is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ricco popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 15 births.

This profile covers 196 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 27% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 211 living people in the UK are called Ricco. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Ricco ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2015, when 15 boys were registered as Ricco.
  • Ricco ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #472 in 2018.
  • About 211 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ricco as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4270

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2015

15 births

Estimated living

211

2026

Meaning

What does Ricco mean?

The name Ricco has its origins in the Italian language and culture, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Italian word "ricco," which means "rich" or "wealthy." This name was likely given to individuals who were born into affluent families or possessed significant wealth and status.

During the Renaissance period, the name Ricco gained popularity among the Italian nobility and aristocracy. It was often associated with families who held influential positions within the societal hierarchy and wielded substantial power and resources. The name carried a sense of prestige and opulence, reflecting the luxurious lifestyles of those who bore it.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ricco can be found in historical records dating back to the 14th century. Ricco di Cambio, a renowned Italian painter and architect, lived from around 1330 to 1390. His artistic contributions, including frescoes and architectural designs, left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the time.

In the 16th century, Ricco Montalto, an Italian Cardinal and patron of the arts, played a significant role in the Italian Renaissance. Born in 1510 and serving as a Cardinal from 1589 until his death in 1598, he was known for his support and patronage of artists, writers, and intellectuals.

Another notable figure bearing the name Ricco was Ricco Zannoni, an Italian sculptor and architect who lived from 1545 to 1622. His works, which included sculptures and architectural designs for churches and palaces, showcased his exceptional talent and contributed to the artistic legacy of the Italian Renaissance.

During the 18th century, Ricco Capponi, an Italian nobleman and politician, made his mark in Florentine history. Born in 1723, he played a prominent role in the political affairs of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany and was admired for his dedication to public service and his commitment to the welfare of the people.

Furthermore, Ricco Sinibaldi, an Italian painter and engraver, lived from 1830 to 1899. His works, which included landscapes, portraits, and religious scenes, earned him recognition and acclaim among his contemporaries, solidifying his place in the annals of Italian art history.

While the name Ricco has its roots in Italian culture, it has also been adopted and used in various other regions and countries over time, carrying with it a sense of affluence and sophistication.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Ricco over time

The chart below shows babies named Ricco registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Ricco, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 15 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Ricco
0481115199620102024

Decades

Ricco by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ricco was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #3388 30 5
2010s #2354 94 10
2000s #2393 66 10
1990s #2882 6 2

Geography

Where Ricco is most common

The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Ricco. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.

Ricco ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #472 in 2018.

Scotland
6

Across the UK

Ricco in Scotland and Northern Ireland

Scotland (NRS)

#472 in 2018

4 years of NRS records, 16 total registered

Related

Names similar to Ricco

FAQ

Ricco: questions and answers

How popular is the name Ricco in the UK right now?

In 2024, Ricco was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Ricco most popular?

The peak year on record was 2015, with 15 babies registered as Ricco in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Ricco?

A masculine name of Italian origin meaning "rich" or "wealthy".

How many people are called Ricco in the UK?

A total of 196 babies have been registered as Ricco across the 27 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 16 more in Scotland.

Where is Ricco most common?

In the latest published local rankings, Ricco ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #472 in 2018. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.