Richard Krull

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Richard Krull — strong ruler
2.6 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Richard Krull 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 Krull: Krull is a surname originating from Prussian nobility. Alexander Krull (born 1970), German singer Annie Krull (1876–1947), German operatic soprano Germaine Krull (1897–1985), photographer Hasso Krull (born 1964), Estonian poet, literary and cultural critic and translator Jake Krull (1938–2016), American politician Kathleen Krull (born 1952), American author of children's books Lucas Krull (born 1998), American football player Reinhard Krull (born 1954), West German field hockey player Suzanne Krull (born 1966), American actress Tobias Krull (born 1977), German politician Wolfgang Krull, German. 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: Krull

English

Krull is a surname originating from Prussian nobility. Alexander Krull (born 1970), German singer Annie Krull (1876–1947), German operatic soprano Germaine Krull (1897–1985), photographer Hasso Krull (born 1964), Estonian poet, literary and cultural critic and translator Jake Krull (1938–2016), American politician Kathleen Krull (born 1952), American author of children's books Lucas Krull (born 1998), American football player Reinhard Krull (born 1954), West German field hockey player Suzanne Krull (born 1966), American actress Tobias Krull (born 1977), German politician Wolfgang Krull, German.

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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 Krull

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 Krull:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Krull?
The surname Krull originates from English. Krull is a surname originating from Prussian nobility. Alexander Krull (born 1970), German singer Annie Krull (1876–1947), German operatic soprano Germaine Krull (1897–1985), photographer Hasso Krull (born 1964), Estonian poet, literary and cultural critic and translator Jake Krull (1938–2016), American politician Kathleen Krull (born 1952), American author of children's books Lucas Krull (born 1998), American football player Reinhard Krull (born 1954), West German field hockey player Suzanne Krull (born 1966), American actress Tobias Krull (born 1977), German politician Wolfgang Krull, German.
What are the origins of the name Richard Krull?
The name Richard Krull combines two different traditions: the first name Richard has Germanic roots, while the surname Krull originates from English.
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