Boy Name
Richard
"Powerful ruler. Denotes strength and authority in leadership."
Ranked #232 for boys
About the Name Richard
Meaning
Powerful ruler. Denotes strength and authority in leadership.
Origin
GermanicGender
Boy
First Letter
RBoy Rank
#232
Richard is a boy name of Germanic origin. The name means "Powerful ruler. Denotes strength and authority in leadership." and Currently ranked #232 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with R or explore other Germanic names.
Popularity Over Time
#536602 1950
#375359 1960
#204085 1970
#155880 1980
#95172 1990
#48681 2000
#26747 2010
#8482 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Richard
- RN Richard Nixon (U.S. president)
- RB Richard Branson (entrepreneur)