The name Richaud is of French origin, derived from the Germanic elements 'ric' meaning powerful and 'hadu' meaning battle, giving it the meaning 'powerful in battle'. It was introduced to France by the Franks, who were a Germanic tribe that settled there during the Middle Ages. In France, Richaud was once quite popular, particularly in the regions of Normandy and Brittany. However, its usage has declined over time, making it relatively rare today.
"The name Richaud saw six newborns in 2006, with a total of six births recorded overall."