Edward vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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✓ All Clear

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Edward Rank #228

Richard Rank #232

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #232 for Richard.

Is Edward or Richard more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Richard at #232 in the United States.

What do Edward and Richard mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Edward and Richard boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.