Meaning & Origin
A diminutive of the male given name Richard.
Rich is a boy's baby name, traditionally a diminutive of Richard, from Germanic elements meaning 'powerful ruler' — from ric (ruler, king) and hard (strong, brave). While Rich is usually a nickname, it also works as a standalone given name with a straightforward, unpretentious character.
As a word name, Rich carries its own meaning of abundance and prosperity. For parents who want a name that is simple, direct, and immediately understood, Rich has the confidence of a name that needs no explanation and no introduction.