Rik

Rik is a Dutch short form of names containing the Germanic element ric, meaning power or ruler, most commonly serving as a diminutive of Hendrik or Frederik. The element ric appears across a wide range of Germanic names and was highly productive in medieval Europe, reflecting the cultural importance placed on authority and leadership. Bearers of the name are found throughout the Netherlands and Flanders. Related forms include Rick, Rик as a variant spelling, and the fuller names Hendrик and Frederik from which it is typically clipped.