The name Ricardo is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the name Richard, which was introduced to England in the 11th century by the French Normans. Richard/Ricardo is derived from the elements "rīc" meaning "ruler (powerful)" and "hard" meaning "strong, hardy, brave". The name likely came to the Iberian Peninsula through Germanic (Visigothic) invaders and settlers. The name developed into Ricardo in Spanish and Portuguese, and Rico is a common pet form. The personality of someone named Ricardo is described as adventurous, adaptable, and constantly seeking new experiences. They are social and attract friends easily, and they have quick wit and persuasive abilities.
Ricardo has appeared sporadically on the U.S. Top 1000 list of baby boy names since the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As the Hispanic-American population has grown, the usage of Ricardo has also increased. It came close to the Top 100 in 1992, and it is one of the more popular Spanish names in America.
Some famous people with the name Ricardo include Guatemalan singer Ricardo Arjona, former President of Chile Ricardo Lagos, and Mexican actor Ricardo Montalbán.
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