Richard
boy name#234 in 2025Richard entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #5 in 1930, ranks #234 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#234
rank today
#5
peak (1930)
1,505
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #24 |
| 1890s | #27 |
| 1900s | #24 |
| 1910s | #16 |
| 1920s | #8 |
| 1930s | #5 |
| 1940s | #5 |
| 1950s | #7 |
| 1960s | #8 |
| 1970s | #17 |
| 1980s | #29 |
| 1990s | #45 |
| 2000s | #91 |
| 2010s | #153 |
| 2020s | #222 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Richard has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,499,000 people named Richard are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Richard alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Richard in 2025?
- Richard ranks #234 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,505 babies given the name.
- When was the name Richard most popular?
- Richard peaked in 1930, reaching #5 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Richard with classmates?
- Richard will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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