Richard vs David

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 #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

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Richard Rank #232

David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #232 for Richard.

Is Richard or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Richard at #232 in the United States.

What do Richard and David mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Richard and David boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.