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Richard vs Campbell

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
Campbell Rank #924

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #924 for Campbell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Campbell more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Campbell at #924 in the United States.

What do Richard and Campbell mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Campbell means "crooked mouth, wry-mouthed" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Richard and Campbell boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Campbell is primarily a boy name.

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