| Meaning | powerful, strong ruler |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Rit-chie |
Ritchie, a charming and timeless name of English origin, carries a strong and noble meaning, making it an excellent choice for your baby boy. Derived from the name Richard, which means "brave ruler" or "strong ruler," Ritchie embodies qualities of leadership and courage. The name's simplicity adds to its appeal, fitting seamlessly into various cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Ritchie offers a sense of familiarity while maintaining its distinctive character. With variations such as Richard, Rick, and Ricky, parents have the flexibility to choose a nickname that resonates most with their child's personality.
Notable figures like musician Ritchie Valens and guitarist Ritchie Blackmore have brought prominence to the name. Its presence in both real-life achievers and fictional characters showcases its versatility.
Choosing Ritchie for your baby boy not only honors tradition but also bestows upon him a name that exudes strength, integrity, and a touch of classic elegance, ensuring he stands out and makes his mark on the world.
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| Ritchie Valens | American musician |
| Ritchie Blackmore | English guitarist - Deep Purple, Rainbow |
| Ritchie Coster | British actor |
| Ritchie Neville | English singer - Five |
| Ritchie Yorke | Australian music journalist |
| Ritchie Cordell | American songwriter and record producer |
| Ritchie McDonald | Scottish singer - Wet Wet Wet |
| Ritchie De Laet | Belgian footballer |
| Ritchie Bros. | Canadian businessman - founder of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers |
| Ritchie Humphreys | English former footballer |
| Ritchie Reiersen | Norwegian speed skater |
| Ritchie Howell | American boatbuilder |
| Ritchie McKay | American basketball coach |
| Ritchie Hawkins | English cricketer |
| Ritchie Power | Irish hurler |
| Ritchie Perez | American activist |
| Ritchie Ginther | American racing driver |
| Ritchie Torres | American politician |
| Ritchie Robertson | British scholar |
| Ritchie Crawford | Character from the TV show "Family Matters" |
| Ritchie Valenzuela | Character from the movie "La Bamba" |
| Ritchie Simpson | Character from the comic book series "Hellblazer" |
| Ritchie Tozier | Character from Stephen King's novel "It" |
| Ritchie Ryan | Character from the TV show "Highlander - The Series" |
| Ritchie Neville | Character from the TV show "The New Adventures of Superman" |
| Ritchie Aprile | Character from the TV show "The Sopranos" |
| Ritchie Sambora | Character from the TV show "South Park" |
| Ritchie Fitzsimmons | Character from the movie "Trainspotting" |
| Ritchie Norris | Character from the TV show "The O.C" |
| Ritchie Brockelton | Character from the movie "The Royal Tenenbaums" |
| Ritchie Valen | Character from the TV show "Veronica Mars" |
| Ritchie Kobayashi | Character from the TV show "Hawaii Five-0" |
| Ritchie Hughes | Character from the TV show "The Wire" |
| Ritchie Santangelo | Character from the novel "Chances" by Jackie Collins |
| Ritchie Walter | Character from the movie "Submarine" |
| Ritchie Fife | Character from the TV show "The West Wing" |
| Ritchie Grayson | Character from the comic book series "Nightwing" |
| Ritchie Callahan | Character from the movie "Beautiful Creatures" |
| Ritchie McNeal | Character from the TV show "Cold Case" |