Boys name · Iowa
Richard in Iowa
Richard was the 305th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 13 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 43,973 babies Richard.
Popularity over time
Richard in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 29 | 22nd |
| 1926 | 745 | 5th |
| 1943 | 868 | 4th |
| 1959 | 617 | 11th |
| 1976 | 135 | 38th |
| 1992 | 53 | 86th |
| 2009 | 13 | 285th |
| 2025 | 13 | 305th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa fell from 22nd in 1910 to 305th in 2025.
The most babies named Richard in Iowa in a single year was 1,164, in 1947. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1933.
Across the country, Richard reached its best rank of #1 in Maine (1939). See Richard in every state →
How popular is Richard in Iowa?
Richard was the 305th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 13 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 43,973 babies Richard.
How many babies are named Richard in Iowa?
In 2025, 13 babies were named Richard in Iowa. The most babies named Richard in Iowa in a single year was 1,164, in 1947.
What is the rank of Richard in Iowa?
Richard ranked 305th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1933.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.