Name comparison
Richard vs Ryan
Richard is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Richard | Ryan |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,371,129 | 939,755 |
| Global rank | #12 | #26 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 5,835 | 1 in 8,513 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (97.2%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,371,129 | 939,755 |
How they differ
Richard has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 940k for Ryan - a ratio of about 1.5x.
Richard originates from unknown origins. Ryan originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Richard or Ryan more popular?
Richard is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,371,129 estimated living bearers compared to 939,755 for Ryan. That is roughly 1.5x more bearers of Richard.
What is the difference in origin between Richard and Ryan?
Richard originates from unknown sources. Ryan originates from unknown sources.
Are Richard and Ryan used for the same gender?
Both Richard and Ryan are predominantly used as male names.
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