NAME PROFILE

Ricarda

Derived from the Old French word 'joie' meaning happiness or delight; this name describes a radiant individual whose presence brings a sense of light and enthusiasm to those around them.

Key Stats

Total births738
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1919
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1910
Most recent1962
Syllables3
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

TX — 92%CA — 8%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%

Notable People

Joyelle Nicole Johnson (Stand-up comedian and writer for 'The Amber Ruffin Show') · Joyell Arvella (Social justice strategist and host of the 'Motive & Method' podcast) · Joyell Nevins (Actress featured in 'The Bold and the Beautiful') · Joyelle McSweeney (Award-winning poet and author of 'The Necropastoral') · Joyell West (Renowned interior photographer and design creative)

Nicknames & Diminutives

JoeyElleJojoJoy

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