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Quincy 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

Quincy Rank #957
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #957 for Quincy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quincy or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Quincy at #957 in the United States.

What do Quincy and Richard mean?

Quincy means "estate of the fifth son" (Old French origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Quincy and Richard boy or girl names?

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

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