Richard vs Mervin

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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Boy #2,414 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"marrow of the sea, sea fortress"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh English American

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Richard Rank #232

Mervin Rank #2,414

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #2414 for Mervin.

Is Richard or Mervin more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Mervin at #2414 in the United States.

What do Richard and Mervin mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Mervin means "marrow of the sea, sea fortress" (Welsh origin).

Are Richard and Mervin boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Mervin is primarily a boy name.