Rik
Meaning of Rik
Rik is a male name with Dutch origins. It is pronounced as "rik" (/rɪk/). The name Rik has variations, with Rick being one of them. In the United States, the name Rik has been given to newborn boys since at least 1950. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it remains a relatively uncommon choice for parents. Rik carries no specific associations or meanings, allowing parents the freedom to interpret and appreciate its simplicity. Whether chosen for its Dutch roots or its distinctiveness, Rik is a name that can bring individuality to any child's identity.
Pronunciation
Dutch
- Pronunced as rik (/rɪk/)
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Notable People Named Rik
| Rik Mayall - Richard Michael "Rik" Mayall was an influential English comedian, actor, and writer known for his pioneering work in alternative comedy during the 1980s. |
| Rik Torfs - Henri Maria Dymphna André Laurent "Rik" Torfs is a Belgian canon law scholar, media personality, and former Senator and Rector of the Catholic University of Leuven. |
| Rik Smits, also known as "the Dunking Dutchman," is a former professional basketball player from the Netherlands who played his entire career with the Indiana Pacers and was an NBA All-Star in 1998. |
| Rik Emmett - Richard Gordon Emmett is a vocalist, guitarist, and member of the Canadian rock band Triumph. |
| Rik Waller - Richard "Rik" Waller is an English pop singer known for his appearances on the TV series Pop Idol and his UK top 40 hits with cover versions of "I Will Always Love You" and "(Something Inside) So Strong". |
| Rik van de Westelaken is a well-known Dutch television presenter, recognized for hosting programs such as NOS Journaal, Peking Express, and Wie is de Mol?. |
| Rik Young - Ricky James Young is an English actor, dancer, and producer known for his work in Children of Dune, Is Harry on the Boat?, Beowulf, Find Me in Paris, and Theodosia. |
| Rik Verheye is a well-known Flemish actor. |
| Rik de Voest is a former professional South African tennis player who reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 110 and now resides in Vancouver, Canada pursuing a career in real estate. |
| Rik Waddon is a British Paralympic road and track racing cyclist. |
| Rik Jaeken - Rik, Baron Jaeken is a Belgian businessman and former president of UNIZO. |
| Rik Evans - Richard 'Rik' Evans is a retired male cyclist who competed for Great Britain and England. |
| Rik Evens was a Belgian professional road cyclist known for winning two stages of the 1950 Vuelta a España. |
| Rik Moorman - Rikard Moorman is a Dutch cyclist who participated in the men's team pursuit event at the 1984 Summer Olympics, securing tenth place. |
| Rik de Lange - H. B. I. "Rik" de Lange is a Dutch politician and member of the Labour Party, currently serving as the mayor of the Gelderland municipality Duiven. |
