How Many People Are Named Rico?
Complete statistics for the name Rico: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rico, a very rare male name, is held by just 9,220 people in the US today, making up 1 in 35,790 Americans. Its peak popularity was in 1976 when 327 babies were named Rico. The name's stability shows it's a classic that remains popular among parents.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 35All 9,880 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1976Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rico Through the Generations
Rico has seen a steady presence throughout generations, with its current stable status indicating a timeless appeal. Born in 1976, the peak year saw 327 babies receive this name, marking a high point in its usage. Today, the name's distribution across ages reflects its enduring charm, with 3,594 under 30, 5,713 aged 30-60, and 573 over 60, showing a balanced demographic spread.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Rico's Italian roots
📄 About the Name Rico
How Many People Have the Name Rico?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 25,453 people in the United States currently share the name Rico. That works out to roughly 1 in every 13,022 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Rico a Common or Rare Name?
Rico is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Rico Mean?
Rico means "Italian origin, means rich" and comes from Italian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rico in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Rico Most Popular?
The name Rico reached peak popularity in 1976, with 327 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Rico?
Approximately 25,453 people named Rico live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 25,453. That works out to roughly 1 in 13,022 Americans.
Is Rico a rare name?
Rico is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 13,022 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rico mean?
Rico means "Italian origin, means rich" and comes from Italian origins.
Is Rico more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Rico are male and 0% are female.
When was Rico most popular?
Rico peaked in 1976 with 327 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.