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Richard vs Gaspar

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
Gaspar Rank #2,660

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #2660 for Gaspar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Gaspar more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Gaspar at #2660 in the United States.

What do Richard and Gaspar mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Gaspar means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Richard and Gaspar boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Gaspar is primarily a boy name.

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