Richard is a male given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German elements "ric" meaning "power" or "riches", and "hard" which means "strong", "brave", or "hardy". The name was popular among the Normans during the Middle Ages and was brought to England after the Norman Conquest in 1066. Richard I of England, also known as Richard the Lionheart, who ruled from 1189 until his death in 1199, is the most famous bearer of this name. Throughout history, Richards have held prominent roles in various fields such as politics, literature, and entertainment.
The statistics provided show the number of births for the name Richard in the United States from 1968 to 1992. The highest number of babies named Richard was born in 1982, with a total of 16 births that year. The lowest number of births occurred in 1968 and 1991, with only 5 births each.
Over the entire period from 1968 to 1992, there were a total of 207 babies named Richard born in the United States. This name was quite popular during this time, particularly in the late 1980s and early 1990s when it seemed to peak.
It's interesting to note that the popularity of the name Richard has varied over these years, with a significant drop after 1992. According to Social Security data, by 2000, the name Richard had fallen out of the top 100 most popular names for boys in the United States.
These statistics provide insight into how the popularity of the name Richard has changed over time, demonstrating that while it was once a common choice, its popularity has since declined.