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Richard vs Sergio

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
Sergio Rank #402

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #402 for Sergio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Sergio more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Sergio at #402 in the United States.

What do Richard and Sergio mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Sergio means "servant, shepherd" (Latin origin).

Are Richard and Sergio boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Sergio is primarily a boy name.

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