Richard Corder

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Richard Corder — strong ruler
2.6 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Richard Corder is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Richard is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Old High German Ricohard, composed of ric (power) and hard (brave, hardy). Borne by three kings of England. The surname Corder: Ada Elizabeth Corder (1895–1987), Australian music teacher and pianist Colette Corder (1894–1982), German actress Dan Corder (born 1993), South African radio host Esther Corder (born 1998), Dutch cricketer Frank Eugene Corder (1956–1994), American who crashed his Cessna on the lawn of the White House Frederick Corder (1852–1932), English composer Hugh Corder (born 1954), South African professor Ian Corder (born 1960), British former Royal Navy officer James Watson Corder (1867–1953), English historian Jane Corder (1874–1965), British tennis player Jason Corder (born 1969), American producer Ji. Richard is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 2.6 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Richard reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Richard

Meaning: strong ruler

Germanic

From the Old High German Ricohard, composed of ric (power) and hard (brave, hardy). Borne by three kings of England.

Surname: Corder

English

Ada Elizabeth Corder (1895–1987), Australian music teacher and pianist Colette Corder (1894–1982), German actress Dan Corder (born 1993), South African radio host Esther Corder (born 1998), Dutch cricketer Frank Eugene Corder (1956–1994), American who crashed his Cessna on the lawn of the White House Frederick Corder (1852–1932), English composer Hugh Corder (born 1954), South African professor Ian Corder (born 1960), British former Royal Navy officer James Watson Corder (1867–1953), English historian Jane Corder (1874–1965), British tennis player Jason Corder (born 1969), American producer Ji.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Richard is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Richard by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Richard has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Rick
  • Dick
  • Rich
  • Richie
  • Ricardo
  • Riccardo

Notable People Named Richard Corder

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Richard Corder:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Richard?
The first name Richard originates from Germanic. From the Old High German Ricohard, composed of ric (power) and hard (brave, hardy). Borne by three kings of England.
When was Richard most popular?
The name Richard reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Corder?
The surname Corder originates from English. Ada Elizabeth Corder (1895–1987), Australian music teacher and pianist Colette Corder (1894–1982), German actress Dan Corder (born 1993), South African radio host Esther Corder (born 1998), Dutch cricketer Frank Eugene Corder (1956–1994), American who crashed his Cessna on the lawn of the White House Frederick Corder (1852–1932), English composer Hugh Corder (born 1954), South African professor Ian Corder (born 1960), British former Royal Navy officer James Watson Corder (1867–1953), English historian Jane Corder (1874–1965), British tennis player Jason Corder (born 1969), American producer Ji.
What are the origins of the name Richard Corder?
The name Richard Corder combines two different traditions: the first name Richard has Germanic roots, while the surname Corder originates from English.
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