Richard vs Esau

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #3,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hairy, rough"

Origin: Hebrew

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Richard Rank #232

Esau Rank #3,082

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #3082 for Esau.

Is Richard or Esau more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Esau at #3082 in the United States.

What do Richard and Esau mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Esau means "hairy, rough" (Hebrew origin).

Are Richard and Esau boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Esau is primarily a boy name.