Boys name · South Carolina
Richard in South Carolina
Richard was the 177th most popular boys name in South Carolina in 2025, with 32 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, South Carolina families have named 26,583 babies Richard.
Popularity over time
Richard in South Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 52 | 23rd |
| 1926 | 183 | 16th |
| 1943 | 355 | 11th |
| 1959 | 519 | 8th |
| 1976 | 250 | 15th |
| 1992 | 160 | 35th |
| 2009 | 57 | 96th |
| 2025 | 32 | 177th |
Its rank among boys names in South Carolina fell from 23rd in 1910 to 177th in 2025.
The most babies named Richard in South Carolina in a single year was 644, in 1953. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 1953.
Across the country, Richard reached its best rank of #1 in Maine (1939). See Richard in every state →
How popular is Richard in South Carolina?
Richard was the 177th most popular boys name in South Carolina in 2025, with 32 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, South Carolina families have named 26,583 babies Richard.
How many babies are named Richard in South Carolina?
In 2025, 32 babies were named Richard in South Carolina. The most babies named Richard in South Carolina in a single year was 644, in 1953.
What is the rank of Richard in South Carolina?
Richard ranked 177th among boys names in South Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 1953.
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.