Name comparison
David vs Richard
David is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.9x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | David | Richard |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 2,634,551 | 1,371,129 |
| Global rank | #3 | #12 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 3,037 | 1 in 5,835 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,634,551 | 1,371,129 |
How they differ
David has approximately 2.6M living bearers compared to 1.4M for Richard - a ratio of about 1.9x.
David originates from unknown origins. Richard originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is David or Richard more popular?
David is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,634,551 estimated living bearers compared to 1,371,129 for Richard. That is roughly 1.9x more bearers of David.
What is the difference in origin between David and Richard?
David originates from unknown sources. Richard originates from unknown sources.
Are David and Richard used for the same gender?
Both David and Richard are predominantly used as male names.
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