Richard is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #411 in 2023 with 96 recorded births. This places Richard in the top 6% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 1,089 births ranking #62. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 91.2%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 2,882 boys born was named Richard. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Richard is a major historic classic meaning brave ruler. It has a long, weighty history but still feels clear and dependable.
The name has been prominent in medieval Europe, English royalty, and wider literature for centuries. Even when less fashionable, it has remained deeply familiar.