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Richard vs Reyes

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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Reyes

Boy #3,548 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"kings, monarchs"

Origin: Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Mexican Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,548
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Richard Rank #232
Reyes Rank #3,548

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #3548 for Reyes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Reyes more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Reyes at #3548 in the United States.

What do Richard and Reyes mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Reyes means "kings, monarchs" (Spanish origin).

Are Richard and Reyes boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Reyes is primarily a boy name.

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