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First name Richard - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
7. February, 3rd of April
Meaning
The name Richard comes from Old High German and means "strong ruler". It is therefore a fitting name for a boy who stands out for his strength and leadership qualities. The origin of the name can be traced back to the 9th century, when it was first mentioned as "Ricohard". Nowadays, Richard is a popular first name in many countries and is often given in modified forms, such as "Ricardo" or "Rick".
Famous people with the first name Richard
- Richard Winters (Person)
- Richard Linklater (Artist)
- Richard Karn (American actor and television host)
- Richard Madeley (Person)
- Richard Gere (Actor)
- Richard Gadd (Actor)
- Richard Branson (Writer)
- Richard Pitino (American basketball coach)
- Richard Pryor (Writer)
First names similar to Richard
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