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Cliffie 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

Cliffie Rank #19,713
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #19713 for Cliffie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cliffie or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Cliffie at #19713 in the United States.

What do Cliffie and Richard mean?

Cliffie means "lives near the cliff, from the ford by the cliff" (Old English origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Cliffie and Richard boy or girl names?

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

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