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Richard vs Crawford

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
Crawford Rank #2,580

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #2580 for Crawford.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Crawford more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Crawford at #2580 in the United States.

What do Richard and Crawford mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Crawford means "crow crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Richard and Crawford boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Crawford is primarily a boy name.

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