Riqui as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Riqui

What is the meaning of the name Riqui ?

The baby name Riqui is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced REE-kee (Spanish: /ˈri.ki/, English approximation: /ˈriːki/).

Riqui is Spanish in Origin.

Riqui is a Catalan and Spanish diminutive chiefly of Ricard/Ricardo, ultimately from the Old Germanic name Richard (elements ric “power, rule” + hard “brave, strong”). It is pronounced REE-kee, much like Ricky, and in modern usage often serves as a Spanish/Catalan respelling of Ricky. In some families it may also be used for Enrique, though the more typical nickname for Enrique is Quique.

As a pet form, Riqui has long circulated informally in Iberia and Latin America and, since the late 20th century, has seen occasional use as a standalone given name, helped by pop culture and football references (e.g., Catalan midfielder Riqui Puig). Related forms and variants include Ricky, Riky, Ritchie; Ricard (Catalan), Ricardo (Spanish/Portuguese), Richard (English/French), and Riccardo (Italian). The underlying meaning conveyed is “powerful/brave ruler.”