Richerd Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRIH-cherd / /ˈrɪtʃərd/Germanic; Old High German
Meaning
Brave ruler; powerful leader
Historical & Cultural Background
Richerd is a variant of Richard, which has roots in Germanic languages. The name became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in England, due to the influence of several kings named Richard. It has been associated with nobility and leadership throughout history. The name has also been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring legacy.
Trend Summary
Richerd is a less common variant of Richard and has seen limited popularity in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Richard
International Variants
- Ricardo (Spanish); Rikhard (Russian); Riccardo (Italian)
Famous people named Richerd
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Fictional characters named Richerd
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Richerd was first seen in the United States in 1927. Richerd has ranked as high as #1091 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Richerd has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Richerd
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |