Powerful leader or king; also jasmine or reason
In Germanic and English contexts, Riki is often a diminutive of Richard, meaning powerful leader. In Japanese, the meaning varies by kanji, commonly combining 'ri' (reason/logic) or 'ri' (jasmine) with 'ki' (hope, brightness, or tree).
Less common today
Riki isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,186 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress and comedian
Japanese actor and singer
Former NFL linebacker and three-time Super Bowl champion
A legendary bear-hunting dog · Ginga: Nagareboshi Gin
