Strong ruler or curly-haired
As an Italian surname-turned-given name, it often derives from 'riccio' meaning curly. It can also function as a diminutive of Richard, which stems from Germanic elements meaning brave or powerful ruler.
Less common today
Ricci isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,280 in 1992.
Italian director and playwright
Professional soccer player
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
