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Richard vs Levin

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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Levin

Boy #3,016 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved friend, dear companion"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Jewish Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,016
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Richard Rank #232
Levin Rank #3,016

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #3016 for Levin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Levin more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Levin at #3016 in the United States.

What do Richard and Levin mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Levin means "beloved friend, dear companion" (Germanic origin).

Are Richard and Levin boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Levin is primarily a boy name.

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