Richard is an English male given name, a variant of the Germanic compound name Ricard, which is composed of the elements ric, meaning 'power', and hard, meaning 'strong'. The name gained prominence in Britain due to its use by several notable historical figures, notably Richard I of England, often referred to as Richard the Lionheart. It has been used consistently throughout history, with variations such as Ricardo being popular among Spanish speakers. Today, it remains a widely recognized and used given name across many cultures and countries.
The name Richardo had its peak popularity in the late 1940s and early 1950s, with a significant increase in births from 1947 to 1955, totaling around 830 births during this period. The highest number of births occurred in 1955 with 37 newborns named Richardo. However, the name's popularity declined significantly over time, with fewer than 20 births each year from 1963 onwards. In recent years (2011-2020), there have been a total of 49 births, indicating a continuing decline in its popularity.