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Richard vs Tilden

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
Tilden Rank #3,105

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #3105 for Tilden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Tilden more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Tilden at #3105 in the United States.

What do Richard and Tilden mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Tilden means "fertile valley dweller" (Old English origin).

Are Richard and Tilden boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Tilden is primarily a boy name.

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