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Richard vs Denver

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
Denver Rank #487

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #487 for Denver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Denver more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Denver at #487 in the United States.

What do Richard and Denver mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin).

Are Richard and Denver boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Denver is primarily a boy name.

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