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Antonia vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#232
Total SSA Count
1,539
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Antonia Rank #1,053
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #1053 for Antonia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Antonia or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Antonia at #1053 in the United States.

What do Antonia and Richard mean?

Antonia means "priceless, inestimable" (Latin via Greek origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Antonia and Richard boy or girl names?

Antonia is primarily a girl name. Richard is primarily a boy name.

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