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Richard

Richard is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#202

How popular is Richard?

Popularity in the United States

Richard has been given to 2,578,808 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 910 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Richard per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Richard has been given to 84,124 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Richard per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 3,161 people called Richard living in Spain, with an average age of 39.4.

2,578,808 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Richard

Is Richard a boy's or a girl's name?

Richard is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Richard?

Richard has been given to 2,578,808 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.