Boys name · South Dakota
Richard in South Dakota
Richard was the 296th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 5 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, South Dakota families have named 10,584 babies Richard.
Popularity over time
Richard in South Dakota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 7 | 38th |
| 1925 | 136 | 6th |
| 1941 | 217 | 3rd |
| 1956 | 186 | 8th |
| 1972 | 52 | 23rd |
| 1987 | 26 | 52nd |
| 2003 | 9 | 138th |
| 2025 | 5 | 296th |
Its rank among boys names in South Dakota fell from 38th in 1910 to 296th in 2025.
The most babies named Richard in South Dakota in a single year was 287, in 1946. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1929.
Across the country, Richard reached its best rank of #1 in Maine (1939). See Richard in every state →
How popular is Richard in South Dakota?
Richard was the 296th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 5 babies named Richard that year. Since 1910, South Dakota families have named 10,584 babies Richard.
How many babies are named Richard in South Dakota?
In 2025, 5 babies were named Richard in South Dakota. The most babies named Richard in South Dakota in a single year was 287, in 1946.
What is the rank of Richard in South Dakota?
Richard ranked 296th among boys names in South Dakota in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1929.
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.