Richmond
boy name#5399 in 2025Richmond entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #424 in 1899, ranks #5399 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5399
rank today
#424
peak (1899)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #625 |
| 1890s | #653 |
| 1900s | #757 |
| 1910s | #849 |
| 1920s | #957 |
| 1930s | #1056 |
| 1940s | #1081 |
| 1950s | #1183 |
| 1960s | #1388 |
| 1970s | #1602 |
| 1980s | #2066 |
| 1990s | #2443 |
| 2000s | #3838 |
| 2010s | #4326 |
| 2020s | #5488 |
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Richmond are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Richmond alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Richmond in 2025?
- Richmond ranks #5399 among US boy names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Richmond most popular?
- Richmond peaked in 1899, reaching #424 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Richmond with classmates?
- Richmond will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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