Male Name
Richie
ˈɹɪt͡ʃ.i
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
American Horror Story characters
Babysitters Club characters
bass guitarists
child actors
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
DJs
drummers
ends in -ie
Fringe characters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
61/100
classic80%
youthful120%
informal140%
wholesome65%
simple120%
comedic80%
Meaning & Etymology
Richie is a diminutive form of the name Richard, which is of Old German origin meaning 'brave ruler' or 'strong in rule'. It is commonly used as a masculine given name or a nickname. The name Richie conveys a sense of familiarity and affection, often used in informal contexts.
Etymology
Original Form:
Richard
Evolution:
The name Richard evolved from the Old High German name 'Ricohard', composed of the elements 'ric' meaning 'ruler' and 'hard' meaning 'strong' or 'brave'. Over time, the diminutive form Richie emerged ...
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richie