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Richard vs Elodie

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
Elodie Rank #370

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #370 for Elodie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Elodie more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Elodie at #370 in the United States.

What do Richard and Elodie mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Elodie means "foreign riches" (Gothic origin).

Are Richard and Elodie boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Elodie is primarily a girl name.

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