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Name Origin

Rickey is a diminutive of the name Richard, which has Germanic origins. Richard means 'strong ruler' or 'powerful king'. The suffix -ey often denotes a familiar or affectionate form of a name.

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Famous People

Rickey Henderson (1958-)

Baseball Player

  • Holds the Major League Baseball record for career stolen bases (1,406)
  • 2-time World Series Champion

Rickey Smiley (1968-)

Comedian, actor, television host, and radio personality

  • Known for his comedic performances on stage and screen
  • Hosts the nationally syndicated radio show "The Rickey Smiley Morning Show"

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