Richie

Richie is an English diminutive of Richard, which derives from the Old High German elements ric, meaning power or rule, and hard, meaning brave or strong. The name Richard was introduced to England by the Normans and became widely popular throughout the medieval period, borne by three kings of England, most famously Richard I, known as the Lionheart. Richie has long functioned both as an affectionate short form and as an independent given name. Related forms include Rich, Rick, Ricky, and the full name Richard.