Name comparison
Richard vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Richard | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,371,129 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #12 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 5,835 | 1 in 3,818 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,371,129 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 1.4M for Richard - a ratio of about 1.5x.
Richard originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Richard or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 1,371,129 for Richard. That is roughly 1.5x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Richard and William?
Richard originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Richard and William used for the same gender?
Both Richard and William are predominantly used as male names.
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