Ricki

Ricki is a given name used primarily in English-speaking countries. It is a variant form of Ricky and is commonly treated as a feminine form of Rick, a nickname derived from Richard, though in contemporary usage it is also adopted as a standalone name for any gender. Variants include Rikki and Ricky.

Notable people with the name include Ricki Lake (born 1968), an American actress and television host known for the film Hairspray (1988) and for hosting a daytime talk show. Her prominence has helped sustain casual usage of the name in popular culture.

Beyond individual bearers, Ricki has been used in fiction and media as a modern, gender-neutral name choice, reflecting a broader preference for concise, versatile given names. The spelling Ricki is one of several variants that parents may select, alongside Ricky and Rikki.