Dominant ruler; brave leader
Originally a diminutive of Richard, Richie has evolved into a standalone name. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'ric', meaning power or ruler, and 'hard', meaning brave or hardy.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Pioneering rock and roll singer and songwriter
The wholesome protagonist and high school student · Happy Days
Former New Zealand rugby union captain
The world's richest boy · Harvey Comics
A member of the Losers' Club · IT by Stephen King
Lead guitarist of the rock band Bon Jovi
Folk singer and guitarist who opened Woodstock