Richard vs Shannon

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 #2,609 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old river, ancient waters"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American English

✓ All Clear

Richard Rank #232

Shannon Rank #2,609

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #2609 for Shannon.

Is Richard or Shannon more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Shannon at #2609 in the United States.

What do Richard and Shannon mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Shannon means "old river, ancient waters" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Richard and Shannon boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Shannon is primarily a boy name.