Richard Rohrer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Richard Rohrer — strong ruler
2.6 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Richard Rohrer 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 Rohrer: Anna Rohrer (born 1997), American long distance runner Anneliese Rohrer (born 1944), Austrian journalist Ben Rohrer (born 1981), Australian cricketer Franz Rohrer (1832–1882), Swiss historical scholar Gertrude Martin Rohrer (1875–1968), American composer Heinrich Rohrer (1933–2013), Swiss physicist Jason Rohrer (born 1977), American computer programmer, writer, musician and game designer Jeff Rohrer (born 1958), American football linebacker Matthew Rohrer (born 1970), American poet Megan Rohrer (born 1980), American pastor and activist Raphael Rohrer (born 1985), Liechtenstein footballer Sam R. 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: Rohrer

English

Anna Rohrer (born 1997), American long distance runner Anneliese Rohrer (born 1944), Austrian journalist Ben Rohrer (born 1981), Australian cricketer Franz Rohrer (1832–1882), Swiss historical scholar Gertrude Martin Rohrer (1875–1968), American composer Heinrich Rohrer (1933–2013), Swiss physicist Jason Rohrer (born 1977), American computer programmer, writer, musician and game designer Jeff Rohrer (born 1958), American football linebacker Matthew Rohrer (born 1970), American poet Megan Rohrer (born 1980), American pastor and activist Raphael Rohrer (born 1985), Liechtenstein footballer Sam R.

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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 Rohrer

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 Rohrer:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Rohrer?
The surname Rohrer originates from English. Anna Rohrer (born 1997), American long distance runner Anneliese Rohrer (born 1944), Austrian journalist Ben Rohrer (born 1981), Australian cricketer Franz Rohrer (1832–1882), Swiss historical scholar Gertrude Martin Rohrer (1875–1968), American composer Heinrich Rohrer (1933–2013), Swiss physicist Jason Rohrer (born 1977), American computer programmer, writer, musician and game designer Jeff Rohrer (born 1958), American football linebacker Matthew Rohrer (born 1970), American poet Megan Rohrer (born 1980), American pastor and activist Raphael Rohrer (born 1985), Liechtenstein footballer Sam R.
What are the origins of the name Richard Rohrer?
The name Richard Rohrer combines two different traditions: the first name Richard has Germanic roots, while the surname Rohrer originates from English.
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