Richie vs Addison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richie

Boy #1,791 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave ruler, strong king"

Origin: Old High German Ricohard (ric + hard)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,791
Total SSA Count
91
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Richie Rank #1,791
Addison Rank #1,937

Richie is more popular, ranked #1791 vs #1937 for Addison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richie or Addison more popular?

Richie is more popular, ranked #1791 compared to Addison at #1937 in the United States.

What do Richie and Addison mean?

Richie means "brave ruler, strong king" (Old High German Ricohard (ric + hard) origin). Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin).

Are Richie and Addison boy or girl names?

Richie is primarily a boy name. Addison is primarily a boy name.

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