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Tilden 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

Tilden Rank #3,105
Richard Rank #232

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #3105 for Tilden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tilden or Richard more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Tilden at #3105 in the United States.

What do Tilden and Richard mean?

Tilden means "fertile valley dweller" (Old English origin). Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin).

Are Tilden and Richard boy or girl names?

Tilden is primarily a boy name. Richard is primarily a boy name.

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