Richard Kopp

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Richard Kopp — strong ruler
2.6 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Richard Kopp 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 Kopp: David Kopp (born 1979), German race cyclist Elisabeth Kopp (1936–2023), Swiss politician Emil Kopp (1817–1875), French chemist Georg von Kopp (1837–1914), German cardinal Georges Kopp (1902–1951), Belgian commander of Republican forces in the Spanish Civil War Hal Kopp (1909–1998), American college football coach Harry Kopp (1880–1943), American lawyer and politician Hermann Kopp (born 1954), German composer and musician Hermann Franz Moritz Kopp (1817–1892), German chemist James Charles Kopp (born 1954), American murderer Johann Heinrich Kopp (1777–1858), German physician Joseph Eutych Kopp (. 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: Kopp

French

David Kopp (born 1979), German race cyclist Elisabeth Kopp (1936–2023), Swiss politician Emil Kopp (1817–1875), French chemist Georg von Kopp (1837–1914), German cardinal Georges Kopp (1902–1951), Belgian commander of Republican forces in the Spanish Civil War Hal Kopp (1909–1998), American college football coach Harry Kopp (1880–1943), American lawyer and politician Hermann Kopp (born 1954), German composer and musician Hermann Franz Moritz Kopp (1817–1892), German chemist James Charles Kopp (born 1954), American murderer Johann Heinrich Kopp (1777–1858), German physician Joseph Eutych Kopp (.

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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 Kopp

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 Kopp:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Kopp?
The surname Kopp originates from French. David Kopp (born 1979), German race cyclist Elisabeth Kopp (1936–2023), Swiss politician Emil Kopp (1817–1875), French chemist Georg von Kopp (1837–1914), German cardinal Georges Kopp (1902–1951), Belgian commander of Republican forces in the Spanish Civil War Hal Kopp (1909–1998), American college football coach Harry Kopp (1880–1943), American lawyer and politician Hermann Kopp (born 1954), German composer and musician Hermann Franz Moritz Kopp (1817–1892), German chemist James Charles Kopp (born 1954), American murderer Johann Heinrich Kopp (1777–1858), German physician Joseph Eutych Kopp (.
What are the origins of the name Richard Kopp?
The name Richard Kopp combines two different traditions: the first name Richard has Germanic roots, while the surname Kopp originates from French.
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