Riccardo is an Italian given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German Ricohard, which consists of two elements: 'ric' meaning powerful and 'hard' implying strong or brave. This name has been popular in Italy for centuries, with notable historical figures bearing it. It also has variants in other languages such as Richard in English and Ricardo in Spanish. The name Riccardo is often associated with Italian culture and heritage.
"Riccardo has seen a significant rise in popularity from the mid-20th century onwards, with peak years between 1950 and 1972, reaching as high as 37 births in 1979. However, popularity has since declined, with less than 20 births annually since 2008."