Richard

Richard as a name

Richard is a masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning “brave ruler” or “strong ruler.” The name has been used for many centuries and has been borne by numerous historical figures, including several kings of England.

Famous people named Richard include Richard the Lionheart, a medieval King of England and renowned military leader; Richard Nixon, the 37th President of the United States; and Richard Branson, the founder of Virgin Group. The name has also been used in literature and popular culture, with notable examples including Richard III in Shakespeare’s play of the same name and Richard Rahl in the Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind.