Richard vs Bernard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Boy #1,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave bear, strong as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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✓ All Clear

Richard Rank #232

Bernard Rank #1,320

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Is Richard or Bernard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Richard and Bernard mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Richard and Bernard boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Bernard is primarily a boy name.