Richard vs Casper

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 #881 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"treasurer, keeper of treasure"

Origin: Persian

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✓ All Clear

Richard Rank #232

Casper Rank #881

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #881 for Casper.

Is Richard or Casper more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Casper at #881 in the United States.

What do Richard and Casper mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Casper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Richard and Casper boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Casper is primarily a boy name.