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Richard vs Hazelle

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
Hazelle Rank #6,291

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #6291 for Hazelle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Hazelle more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Hazelle at #6291 in the United States.

What do Richard and Hazelle mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Hazelle means "hazel tree" (Old English origin).

Are Richard and Hazelle boy or girl names?

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

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