Henry vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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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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Henry Rank #6

Richard Rank #232

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #232 for Richard.

Is Henry or Richard more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Richard at #232 in the United States.

What do Henry and Richard mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Henry and Richard boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.