The boy's name Richard \r(i)-cha-rd\ is pronounced RICH-erd. It is of Old German origin, and its meaning is "powerful leader". Norman name commonly used for the last 900 years except in the 19th century. England's King Richard Coeur de Lion gave the name lasting impressions of kingliness and the exploits of a crusading knight. Ricardo is a popular Spanish and Portuguese form; Riccardo is Italian; Rikard is Scandinavian. See also Ryker. English kings Richard I-III; rock celebrity Little Richard; composer Richard Rodgers; actors Richard Burton, Richard Kiley, Richard Gere, Richard Chamberlain; photographer Richard Avedon; American President Richard Nixon; football player Rich Gannon.

ORIGIN
Old German

MEANING
Powerful leader

England's King Richard I, also known as Richard the Lionhearted, first influenced the name during the 12th century. Today the name is associated with several well-known actors and musicians. An enduring name that's been listed among the top 100 for over 100 years.

VARIATIONS
Ricki

ALTERNATIVES
Richart Richerd

NICKNAMES
Rick Rich Dick Ricky Ryker Ritchie

FAMOUS Richards
Richard Kind (actor) Richard "Dick" Cheney (vice president) Richard Marx (musician) Richard Dreyfuss (actor) Little Richard (musician) Richard Rodgers (composer) Richard Chamberlain (actor) Richard Gere (actor) Richard Burton (actor) Richard Nixon (U.S. president)

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