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Richard vs Cassie

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
Cassie Rank #1,273

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #1273 for Cassie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Cassie more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Cassie at #1273 in the United States.

What do Richard and Cassie mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Cassie means "shining upon men" (Greek origin).

Are Richard and Cassie boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Cassie is primarily a girl name.

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