Name comparison · boy names
Richard vs. Rio
In 2025, Richard leads at #234 among U.S. boys' names, with Rio at #532. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Richard | Rio |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #234 | #532 |
| Babies in 2025 | 1,505 | 563 |
| All-time peak | #5 in 1930 | #517 in 2024 |
| Uniqueness score | 30 / 100 | 42 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Vermont (#48) | District of Columbia (#139) |