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Richard vs Timmy

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
Timmy Rank #5,098

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #5098 for Timmy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Timmy more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Timmy at #5098 in the United States.

What do Richard and Timmy mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Timmy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Richard and Timmy boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Timmy is primarily a boy name.

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