Name comparison
Kenneth vs Richard
Richard is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Kenneth | Richard |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 748,331 | 1,371,129 |
| Global rank | #41 | #12 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,690 | 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 | 748,331 | 1,371,129 |
How they differ
Richard has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 748k for Kenneth - a ratio of about 1.8x.
Kenneth originates from unknown origins. Richard originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kenneth or Richard more popular?
Richard is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,371,129 estimated living bearers compared to 748,331 for Kenneth. That is roughly 1.8x more bearers of Richard.
What is the difference in origin between Kenneth and Richard?
Kenneth originates from unknown sources. Richard originates from unknown sources.
Are Kenneth and Richard used for the same gender?
Both Kenneth and Richard are predominantly used as male names.
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