Name comparison
Paul vs Richard
Richard is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Paul | Richard |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 783,600 | 1,371,129 |
| Global rank | #39 | #12 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,209 | 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 | 783,600 | 1,371,129 |
How they differ
Richard has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 784k for Paul - a ratio of about 1.7x.
Paul originates from unknown origins. Richard originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Paul or Richard more popular?
Richard is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,371,129 estimated living bearers compared to 783,600 for Paul. That is roughly 1.7x more bearers of Richard.
What is the difference in origin between Paul and Richard?
Paul originates from unknown sources. Richard originates from unknown sources.
Are Paul and Richard used for the same gender?
Both Paul and Richard are predominantly used as male names.
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