Richard vs Imelda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

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✓ All Clear

Richard Rank #232

Imelda Rank #3,675

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #3675 for Imelda.

Is Richard or Imelda more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Richard and Imelda mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Richard and Imelda boy or girl names?

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