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Richard vs Antonia

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
Antonia Rank #1,053

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #1053 for Antonia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Antonia more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Antonia at #1053 in the United States.

What do Richard and Antonia mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Antonia means "priceless, inestimable" (Latin via Greek origin).

Are Richard and Antonia boy or girl names?

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

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