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Gracie 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

Gracie Rank #248
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #248 for Gracie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gracie or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Gracie at #248 in the United States.

What do Gracie and Richard mean?

Gracie means "grace, favor" (Latin origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Gracie and Richard boy or girl names?

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

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