Ricky
Meaning
Brave Ruler
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈrɪki/
Traits associated with the name Ricky:
Dogs named Ricky tend to be loving, good-natured, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Ricky?
It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique and creative names. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the show "I Love Lucy" and the character Ricky Ricardo.
Is Ricky a good dog name?
Ricky has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Ricky isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Ricky is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Ricky was, in the past month, the 1127th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Ricky is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Ricky was viewed 39 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Ricky's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Ricky is most adored in Delaware, Massachusetts and New York.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in South Carolina, Alabama and Wisconsin.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Ricky.
Most popular breeds named Ricky:
- Chihuahua
- Poodle
- Labrador Retriever
- Cocker Spaniel
- German Shepherd
Ricky is found in these categories:
cute
Evokes images of lovable Ricky Ricardo from classic sitcom "I Love Lucy".
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