Richard as a Male Name
Richard is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Richard for a boy get a name with a clear Germanic heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Richard means “brave ruler” and is of Germanic origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Rich, Rick, Dick, Richie, Ricardo.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Richard across all genders, see the complete Richard name meaning.
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Is Richard a boy's name?+
Richard is most commonly a boy's name. It means “brave ruler” and is of Germanic origin.
What does Richard mean?+
Richard means “brave ruler” and originates from Germanic.