Richard vs Charles

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 #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Richard Rank #232

Charles Rank #51

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #232 for Richard.

Is Richard or Charles more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Richard at #232 in the United States.

What do Richard and Charles mean?

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

Are Richard and Charles boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Charles is primarily a boy name.