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Sergio vs Richard

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

Sergio Rank #402
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #402 for Sergio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sergio or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Sergio at #402 in the United States.

What do Sergio and Richard mean?

Sergio means "servant, shepherd" (Latin origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Sergio and Richard boy or girl names?

Sergio is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.

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