Richardson
boy name#7679 in 2025Richardson entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #2387 in 1928, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
#7679
rank today
#2387
peak (1928)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3115 |
| 1920s | #3660 |
| 1930s | #3034 |
| 1940s | #3054 |
| 1950s | #3222 |
| 1960s | #3604 |
| 1970s | #4434 |
| 1980s | #4815 |
| 1990s | #5782 |
| 2000s | #6521 |
| 2010s | #8273 |
| 2020s | #7043 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Richardson has been most popular in FL.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Richardson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Richardson alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Richardson in 2025?
- Richardson ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Richardson most popular?
- Richardson peaked in 1928, reaching #2387 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Richardson with classmates?
- Richardson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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