Boys name · Maryland
Richard in Maryland
Richard was the 167th most popular boys name in Maryland in 2025, with 37 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, Maryland families have named 38,880 babies Richard.
Popularity over time
Richard in Maryland, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 27 | 17th |
| 1926 | 300 | 9th |
| 1943 | 588 | 6th |
| 1959 | 800 | 8th |
| 1976 | 260 | 19th |
| 1992 | 212 | 37th |
| 2009 | 63 | 105th |
| 2025 | 37 | 167th |
Its rank among boys names in Maryland fell from 17th in 1910 to 167th in 2025.
The most babies named Richard in Maryland in a single year was 902, in 1952. Its best showing was 6th among boys names in 1938.
Across the country, Richard reached its best rank of #1 in Maine (1939). See Richard in every state →
How popular is Richard in Maryland?
Richard was the 167th most popular boys name in Maryland in 2025, with 37 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, Maryland families have named 38,880 babies Richard.
How many babies are named Richard in Maryland?
In 2025, 37 babies were named Richard in Maryland. The most babies named Richard in Maryland in a single year was 902, in 1952.
What is the rank of Richard in Maryland?
Richard ranked 167th among boys names in Maryland in 2025. Its best showing was 6th among boys names in 1938.
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.