Richard vs Ray

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 #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American French

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Richard Rank #232

Ray Rank #777

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Richard or Ray more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Richard and Ray mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Richard and Ray boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.