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Conrad vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Conrad

Boy #470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English Polish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#470
Total SSA Count
654
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Conrad Rank #470
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #470 for Conrad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conrad or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Conrad at #470 in the United States.

What do Conrad and Richard mean?

Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Conrad and Richard boy or girl names?

Conrad is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.

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