Richard Vera

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Richard Vera — strong ruler
2.6 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Richard Vera is a name combining Germanic origins, bringing together "strong ruler" (Richard) with "faith, true" (Vera). 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 Vera: Vera is an Italian and Spanish surname. Notable persons with that surname include: Alejo Vera (1834–1923), Spanish painter Alfredo Vera Vera (1910–1999), Ecuadorian politician Alfonso Vera (born 1974), Mexican radio and television host America Vera Zavala (born 1976), Romanian-born Swedish politician and political writer Anastacio Vera (born 1985), Paraguayan footballer Ángel Herrera Vera (born 1957), Cuban boxer Antonio Vera (born 1986), Spanish footballer Arturo Vera (born 1946), Argentine politician Augusto Vera (1813–1885), Italian philosopher Bernard Vera (born 1950), French politician Bi. 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: Vera

Meaning: faith, true

Spanish

Vera is an Italian and Spanish surname. Notable persons with that surname include: Alejo Vera (1834–1923), Spanish painter Alfredo Vera Vera (1910–1999), Ecuadorian politician Alfonso Vera (born 1974), Mexican radio and television host America Vera Zavala (born 1976), Romanian-born Swedish politician and political writer Anastacio Vera (born 1985), Paraguayan footballer Ángel Herrera Vera (born 1957), Cuban boxer Antonio Vera (born 1986), Spanish footballer Arturo Vera (born 1946), Argentine politician Augusto Vera (1813–1885), Italian philosopher Bernard Vera (born 1950), French politician Bi.

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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 Vera

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 Vera:

8
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Vera?
The surname Vera originates from Spanish. Vera is an Italian and Spanish surname. Notable persons with that surname include: Alejo Vera (1834–1923), Spanish painter Alfredo Vera Vera (1910–1999), Ecuadorian politician Alfonso Vera (born 1974), Mexican radio and television host America Vera Zavala (born 1976), Romanian-born Swedish politician and political writer Anastacio Vera (born 1985), Paraguayan footballer Ángel Herrera Vera (born 1957), Cuban boxer Antonio Vera (born 1986), Spanish footballer Arturo Vera (born 1946), Argentine politician Augusto Vera (1813–1885), Italian philosopher Bernard Vera (born 1950), French politician Bi.
What are the origins of the name Richard Vera?
The name Richard Vera combines two different traditions: the first name Richard has Germanic roots, while the surname Vera originates from Spanish.
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