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Richard
Richard is a Germanic name meaning 'brave ruler' or 'strong power.' It is a name that carries an air of classic authority, resilience, and traditional strength. A person named Richard is often perceived as reliable, principled, and possessed of a quiet but firm leadership quality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,587,082 |
| Gender | Male (98% / 2%) |
| Peak year | 1946 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 21%CA — 21%PA — 20%OH — 19%TX — 19%
Notable People
Richard Nixon (37th US President) · Richard Branson (Founder of Virgin Group) · Richard Gere (Actor) · Richard Feynman (Physicist) · Richard Wagner (Composer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
RichRichieRickRickyDick
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