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Stefanie 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

Stefanie Rank #5,368
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #5368 for Stefanie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stefanie or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Stefanie at #5368 in the United States.

What do Stefanie and Richard mean?

Stefanie means "crown, garland" (Greek origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Stefanie and Richard boy or girl names?

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

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