Richard Corley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Richard Corley — strong ruler
2.6 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Richard Corley 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 Corley: Al Corley, American actor, singer and producer Annie Corley (born 1952), American actress Ariel Corley, known as DJ Holographic, American disc jockey and record producer Carl Corley, US born author and illustrator Catherine Corley, later Catherine Corley Anderson (1909–2001), American writer of children's books Carmen Corley, (born 2001), American tenniswoman Charlene Corley, American defense contractor Christopher A. Corley (born 1980), American politician DeMarcus Corley, boxer from Washington D.C. 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: Corley

English

Al Corley, American actor, singer and producer Annie Corley (born 1952), American actress Ariel Corley, known as DJ Holographic, American disc jockey and record producer Carl Corley, US born author and illustrator Catherine Corley, later Catherine Corley Anderson (1909–2001), American writer of children's books Carmen Corley, (born 2001), American tenniswoman Charlene Corley, American defense contractor Christopher A. Corley (born 1980), American politician DeMarcus Corley, boxer from Washington D.C.

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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 Corley

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 Corley:

4
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Corley?
The surname Corley originates from English. Al Corley, American actor, singer and producer Annie Corley (born 1952), American actress Ariel Corley, known as DJ Holographic, American disc jockey and record producer Carl Corley, US born author and illustrator Catherine Corley, later Catherine Corley Anderson (1909–2001), American writer of children's books Carmen Corley, (born 2001), American tenniswoman Charlene Corley, American defense contractor Christopher A. Corley (born 1980), American politician DeMarcus Corley, boxer from Washington D.C.
What are the origins of the name Richard Corley?
The name Richard Corley combines two different traditions: the first name Richard has Germanic roots, while the surname Corley originates from English.
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