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Richard vs Stefanie

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
Stefanie Rank #5,368

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #5368 for Stefanie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Stefanie more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Stefanie at #5368 in the United States.

What do Richard and Stefanie mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Stefanie means "crown, garland" (Greek origin).

Are Richard and Stefanie boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Stefanie is primarily a girl name.

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