Name comparison
Mary vs Richard
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 4.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Richard |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 1,371,129 |
| Global rank | #13 | #12 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 5,835 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 1,371,129 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 1.4M for Richard - a ratio of about 4.5x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Richard originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Richard more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 1,371,129 for Richard. That is roughly 4.5x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Richard?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Richard originates from unknown sources.
Are Mary and Richard used for the same gender?
Mary is 0.4% male, while Richard is 99.6% male.
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