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Richard vs Quentin

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
Quentin Rank #789

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #789 for Quentin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Quentin more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Quentin at #789 in the United States.

What do Richard and Quentin mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Quentin means "fifth, born fifth" (Latin origin).

Are Richard and Quentin boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Quentin is primarily a boy name.

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