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Lillie 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

Lillie Rank #683
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #683 for Lillie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lillie or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do Lillie and Richard mean?

Lillie means "lily flower, purity" (Latin origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Lillie and Richard boy or girl names?

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

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