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Richard vs Adella

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

Richard Rank #232
Adella Rank #2,794

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #2794 for Adella.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Adella more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Adella at #2794 in the United States.

What do Richard and Adella mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Adella means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin).

Are Richard and Adella boy or girl names?

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

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