Richmond
Richmond: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹɪt͡ʃ.mənd/
Meaning and origin of Richmond
Root meaning: “town in Normandy”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Middle English Rychemund, from a name cognate to French Richemont (“town in Normandy”). Equivalent to rich + mound.
How popular is Richmond?
Since 1880, 4,305 boys in the U.S. have been named Richmond. Its highest rank for boys was #433 in 1899. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Richmond FAQ
What does the name Richmond mean?
Richmond traces back to a root meaning "town in Normandy". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Middle English Rychemund, from a name cognate to French Richemont (“town in Normandy”). Equivalent to rich + mound.
What is the origin of the name Richmond?
Richmond is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Richmond?
Since 1880, 4,305 boys in the U.S. have been named Richmond. Its highest rank for boys was #433 in 1899. In 2025, 17 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Richmond a boy or girl name?
Richmond is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,305 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.