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Richard vs Thiago

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
Thiago Rank #55

Thiago is more popular, ranked #55 vs #232 for Richard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Thiago more popular?

Thiago is more popular, ranked #55 compared to Richard at #232 in the United States.

What do Richard and Thiago mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Thiago means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Richard and Thiago boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Thiago is primarily a boy name.

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