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Name Origin

Rico is a Spanish and Italian given name, often considered a short form of Ricardo (meaning 'strong ruler' or 'brave ruler'). It carries connotations of strength, leadership, and determination.

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Famous People

Rico Rodriguez (1998-)

Actor

  • Known for his role as Manny Delgado in the television sitcom 'Modern Family'

Rico Love (1979-)

Music Producer, Songwriter

  • Grammy-winning producer who has worked with Beyoncé, Usher, and Chris Brown