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Richard vs Hazen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

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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
Hazen Rank #1,728

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #1728 for Hazen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Hazen more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Hazen at #1728 in the United States.

What do Richard and Hazen mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Hazen means "from the hazel tree settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Richard and Hazen boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Hazen is primarily a boy name.

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