Reagan vs Richard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reagan

Boy #1,573 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"impulsive, little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American

✓ 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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Reagan Rank #1,573

Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #1573 for Reagan.

Is Reagan or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Reagan at #1573 in the United States.

What do Reagan and Richard mean?

Reagan means "impulsive, little king" (Irish Gaelic origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Reagan and Richard boy or girl names?

Reagan is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.