Richard vs Raymond

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 #380 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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✓ All Clear

Richard Rank #232

Raymond Rank #380

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #380 for Raymond.

Is Richard or Raymond more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Richard and Raymond mean?

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

Are Richard and Raymond boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.