Richards vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richards

Boy #37,956 Most Popular

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37,956
Total SSA Count
5
Nicknames
Ric, Rich, Richy

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Ermon Lu Helen
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Popularity Comparison

Richards Rank #37,956
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #37956 for Richards.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Richards ___

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Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richards or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Richards at #37956 in the United States.

What do Richards and Theodore mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Richards and Theodore boy or girl names?

Richards is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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