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Millicent vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

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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

Millicent Rank #1,634
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #1634 for Millicent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Millicent or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Millicent at #1634 in the United States.

What do Millicent and Richard mean?

Millicent means "strong in work, industrious strength" (Germanic origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Millicent and Richard boy or girl names?

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

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