Richard vs Bryan

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 #306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Irish Celtic English American

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Richard Rank #232

Bryan Rank #306

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #306 for Bryan.

Is Richard or Bryan more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Bryan at #306 in the United States.

What do Richard and Bryan mean?

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

Are Richard and Bryan boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Bryan is primarily a boy name.