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Richard vs Victoria

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
Victoria Rank #48

Victoria is more popular, ranked #48 vs #232 for Richard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Victoria more popular?

Victoria is more popular, ranked #48 compared to Richard at #232 in the United States.

What do Richard and Victoria mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Victoria means "Victory; triumph; conqueror" (Latin origin).

Are Richard and Victoria boy or girl names?

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

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