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Irma vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irma

Girl #2,608 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"whole, universal"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Spanish Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,608
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Irma Rank #2,608
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #2608 for Irma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irma or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Irma at #2608 in the United States.

What do Irma and Richard mean?

Irma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Irma and Richard boy or girl names?

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

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