Ricci
Gender-neutral name · American
Ricci is an American gender-neutral name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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- GenerationRicci peaked in 1980, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Ricci you'd meet today is about 45 years old.
- HistoryRicci first shows up in US birth records in 1944, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 81 years since.
US births per million girls, 1945–2025
US births per million boys, 1944–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Ricci
Ricci is a gender-neutral name of American origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:American names
Other spellings of Ricci
More American names
- Boy name: Henry · ruler of the home
- Girl name: Lainey · possibly light
- Unisex name: Maverick · independent, unbranded
- Girl name: Daisy · day's eye
- Girl name: Josie · he will add
- Unisex name: Kai · sea
- Unisex name: Kinsley · king's meadow
- Girl name: Sienna · from Siena
Questions about the name Ricci
What is the origin of the name Ricci?
Ricci is American in origin. Other American names to consider are Henry (“ruler of the home”), Lainey (“possibly light”), Maverick (“independent, unbranded”) and Daisy (“day's eye”).
Is Ricci a boy or girl name?
Both. Ricci is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
How popular is the name Ricci?
Ricci is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2022. It peaked at #2,128 in 1980, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Ricci?
If you like Ricci, you might also like Rici. Rici is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Ricci?
Ricci is an American gender-neutral name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.