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Cassius 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

Cassius Rank #568
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #568 for Cassius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassius or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Cassius at #568 in the United States.

What do Cassius and Richard mean?

Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Cassius and Richard boy or girl names?

Cassius is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.

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