UK boy's name
Richardo
Of Spanish origin meaning "brave power" or "powerful leader".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Richardo is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Richardo popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4747, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2007 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Richardo. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Richardo ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 boys were registered as Richardo.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Richardo as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4747
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Richardo mean?
The name Richardo originated from the Spanish and Italian languages, with roots tracing back to the 12th century. It is a variant of the name Ricardo, which derives from the Germanic name Richard, meaning "brave power" or "powerful leader."
Richardo first gained popularity in Spain and Italy during the medieval period. It is believed to have been introduced to these regions by the Normans, who had adopted the name Richard from the Franks. As the name spread across Europe, it evolved into various forms, including Richardo.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Richardo can be found in a 13th-century Italian manuscript, where it was used to refer to a nobleman from the city of Genoa. Another early mention appears in a Spanish chronicle from the 14th century, which details the exploits of a knight named Richardo de Aragon.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Richardo. Among them is Richardo Corazón de León (1157-1199), an Italian knight who fought alongside Richard the Lionheart during the Third Crusade. Another prominent figure is Richardo da Vinci (1452-1519), a renowned Italian painter and sculptor, best known for his masterpiece, the Mona Lisa.
In the realm of literature, Richardo de Cervantes (1547-1616), the celebrated Spanish author, is remembered for his iconic novel, Don Quixote. The 16th century also saw the rise of Richardo Ariosto (1474-1533), an Italian poet and playwright whose work, Orlando Furioso, is considered a literary masterpiece.
Moving into the 18th century, Richardo Borghese (1734-1808) was an influential Italian nobleman and art collector, whose villa in Rome houses one of the world's finest collections of ancient sculptures.
While the name Richardo has its roots in Spanish and Italian cultures, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly through migration and cultural exchange. However, its historical significance remains deeply intertwined with the rich tapestry of European history and the notable figures who have carried this name over the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Richardo over time
The chart below shows babies named Richardo registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Richardo, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Richardo by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Richardo was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Richardo
- Ryan 68,692
- Riley 37,992
- Robert 27,462
- Reuben 25,122
- Rhys 24,418
- Reece 24,329
- Rory 21,870
- Roman 16,609
- Ronnie 16,445
- Reggie 14,684
- Rowan 14,371
- Ralph 8,892
FAQ
Richardo: questions and answers
How popular is the name Richardo in the UK right now?
In 2015, Richardo was ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Richardo most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Richardo in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Richardo?
Of Spanish origin meaning "brave power" or "powerful leader".
How many people are called Richardo in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Richardo across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.