Ricardo (en. Ricardo)

/riˈkaɾðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person's name, primarily masculine.
Ricardo is a very common name in Spanish-speaking countries.
Ricardo es un nombre muy común en países hispanohablantes.
It can refer to famous people with this name.
Ricardo Arjona is a well-known Guatemalan singer.
Ricardo Arjona es un conocido cantante guatemalteco.

Etymology

It derives from the Germanic 'Ricard', which means 'powerful' and 'brave'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Ricardo, the one who laughs
Reference to someone who is always cheerful.
Ricardo, el que se ríe
He is richer than Ricardo
Colloquial expression to refer to someone very wealthy.
Es más rico que Ricardo
Ricardo the nice guy
Description of someone very kind or nice.
Ricardo el buenazo

Related Words

Ricarda
Feminine form of Ricardo.
Ricarda
Rick
Diminutive in English associated with it.
Rick

Slang Meanings

Term of endearment for someone dear.
Hello, Ricardito, how are you?
Hola, Ricardito, ¿cómo estás?
Used to describe someone wealthy or fortunate.
That guy is a ricardo; he always has the latest in technology.
Ese tipo es un ricardo; siempre tiene lo último en tecnología.