Boys name · New York
Richard in New York
Richard was the 207th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 96 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 264,703 babies Richard.
Popularity over time
Richard in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 140 | 25th |
| 1926 | 2,502 | 8th |
| 1943 | 5,594 | 3rd |
| 1959 | 5,122 | 6th |
| 1976 | 1,509 | 16th |
| 1992 | 979 | 28th |
| 2009 | 256 | 96th |
| 2025 | 96 | 207th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 25th in 1910 to 207th in 2025.
The most babies named Richard in New York in a single year was 7,155, in 1946. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1934.
Across the country, Richard reached its best rank of #1 in Maine (1939). See Richard in every state →
How popular is Richard in New York?
Richard was the 207th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 96 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 264,703 babies Richard.
How many babies are named Richard in New York?
In 2025, 96 babies were named Richard in New York. The most babies named Richard in New York in a single year was 7,155, in 1946.
What is the rank of Richard in New York?
Richard ranked 207th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1934.
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.