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Richard vs Lillie

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
Lillie Rank #683

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #683 for Lillie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Lillie more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do Richard and Lillie mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Lillie means "lily flower, purity" (Latin origin).

Are Richard and Lillie boy or girl names?

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

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