Riko
boy nameRiko entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #4940 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#4940
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5207 |
| 1980s | #6135 |
| 2010s | #11340 |
| 2020s | #10995 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Riko are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Riko is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Riko in 2025?
- Riko is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Riko most popular?
- Riko peaked in 1980, reaching #4940 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Riko with classmates?
- Riko will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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