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Richard vs Conrad

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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Conrad

Boy #470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English Polish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#470
Total SSA Count
654
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Richard Rank #232
Conrad Rank #470

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #470 for Conrad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Conrad more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Conrad at #470 in the United States.

What do Richard and Conrad mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin).

Are Richard and Conrad boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Conrad is primarily a boy name.

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