Rich
rich
Popularity
#4039
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
4,381
Peak Year
#255 in 1962
First Recorded
1880
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Short form of Richard, derived from the Germanic elements 'ric' meaning 'power, rule' and 'hard' meaning 'brave, hardy'.
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Numerology
The Idealist
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Famous Namesakes
Rich Sommer
American actor known for 'Mad Men'
Rich Froning Jr.
American professional CrossFit athlete
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