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Richard vs Arno

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
Arno Rank #5,435

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #5435 for Arno.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Arno more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Arno at #5435 in the United States.

What do Richard and Arno mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Arno means "eagle power" (Germanic origin).

Are Richard and Arno boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Arno is primarily a boy name.

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