Rikki

Rikki is a variant spelling of Ricki or Ricky, itself a diminutive of the Germanic name Richard, composed of the elements ric, meaning power or ruler, and hard, meaning brave or strong. The name Richard was carried into England by the Normans and became widely popular throughout medieval Europe, borne notably by three English kings. Rikki is used as both a feminine and masculine given name in English-speaking countries, with the feminine use becoming more common from the mid-twentieth century onward. Related forms include Rick, Rickie, and the full form Richard.