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Richard vs Vienna

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
Vienna Rank #531

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #531 for Vienna.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Vienna more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Vienna at #531 in the United States.

What do Richard and Vienna mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Vienna means "white or bright settlement" (Celtic origin).

Are Richard and Vienna boy or girl names?

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

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