2.6 million babies since 1880
Richard is used for both boys and girls
2.6M
Total Babies
#232
Current Rank
#5
Best Rank Ever
1946
Peak Year
145
Years Active
Falling 18%
5-Year Trend
Richard represents one of the most cherished boy names in American naming history. Holding the #232 position in national rankings, Richard demonstrates its lasting appeal to modern parents.
Since 1880, a total of 2.6 million babies have been given the name Richard, spanning 145 years of American history. The year 1946 marked Richard's highest point in popularity, reflecting the naming preferences of the World War II era.
The name has seen a 18% dip in rankings, reflecting shifting naming preferences.
Understanding Richard's historical trajectory helps parents appreciate its place in American naming culture. Wartime brought patriotic naming patterns and traditional American choices. Names honored military heroes and expressed national pride.
Explore Richard's complete history with our interactive charts, state-by-state analysis, and comparison tools.
Our database includes data from 1880 to present, sourced directly from the U.S. Social Security Administration, giving you the most comprehensive view of Richard's journey through American naming history.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration