Ringo Name Meaning & Origin
/RIN-go/Ringo is most likely a name of British origin.
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Name Origin
The name 'Ringo' is of Japanese origin, meaning 'apple'. It is also used as a nickname or stage name in Western contexts, notably by the Beatles' drummer Ringo Starr. In Japan, it is a unisex given name, often associated with nature and fruit. The name gained international recognition through the musician Ringo Starr, whose real name is Richard Starkey.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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British (English) 85% -
American (Anglo-American) 10% -
Japanese (Japanese) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Ringo
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Ringo
The most famous person named Ringo is Ringo Starr, the drummer of The Beatles. Another is Ringo Lam, a renowned Hong Kong film director. Additionally, Ringo Madaki is a Nigerian footballer.
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 8 boys in the US were named Ringo.
Growth of the name Ringo in the US (SSA Data):
Ringo Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 9
People with this name tend to be: Humanitarian, generous and compassionate.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.