Ricoh is a unisex given name of Japanese origin, derived from the kanji character '理想' which means 'ideal'. It is composed of two parts: 'ri' meaning 'reason' or 'principle', and 'ko' meaning 'child' or 'infant'. The name Ricoh gained international recognition through its association with the multinational imaging and electronics company, Ricoh Company, Ltd., founded in 1936. However, it is important to note that the company's name is an acronym derived from the founder's ideal of 'Ricoh Ars Longa Vita Brevis', translating to 'Long Live Good Art'. As a given name, Ricoh has been used worldwide but remains relatively uncommon outside of Japan.
"Ricoh had a peak year for babies named after it in 1988, with seven little ones sharing this unique moniker."