Rich

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Rich 1
3. usages AND description are verified
Type Surname (from given name)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈrɪtʃ/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Patronymic derived from a short form of Richard.
Added 4/3/2022 by anonymous

Rich 2
3. usages AND description are verified
Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈrɪtʃ/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From a nickname of a wealthy person, ultimately derived from Germanic ric "powerful". A notable fictional bearer is Richie Rich who first appeared as a comic book character in 1953.
Added 4/3/2022 by anonymous

Rich 3
3. usages AND description are verified
Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈrɪtʃ/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Derived from the name of a (former) village in Lincolnshire, England named with the Old English element ric "stream, drainage channel".
Added 4/3/2022 by anonymous