Meaning & Origin
A diminutive of the male given names Ricardo, Federico, or Enrico.
Rico is a boy's and girl's baby name of Spanish origin, a diminutive of Ricardo, Federico, or Enrico, all ultimately derived from the Germanic Ric, meaning 'powerful ruler' or 'rich.' As a standalone name, Rico carries an effortless cool — Latin warmth with a punchy one-syllable confidence.
Rico has appeared in pop culture through countless songs, films, and characters — from the Suave brand to Modern Family's Rico. Nearly 9,835 U.S. births are recorded. It's a name that sounds like a permanent good mood.