Ryszard
Ryszard is a boy name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Ryszard would score 20 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10). A high-scoring name!
- GenerationRyszard peaked in 1970, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Ryszard you'd meet today is about 55 years old.
- HistoryRyszard first shows up in US birth records in 1970, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 55 years since.
US births per million boys, 1970–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Ryszard
Ryszard is a boy name. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Questions about the name Ryszard
Is Ryszard a boy or girl name?
Ryszard is a boy name.
How popular is the name Ryszard?
Ryszard is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1991. It peaked at #3,836 in 1970, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Ryszard?
Ryszard is a boy name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.