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Proving to be an enduringly popular given name, Richard is of Frankish origin and was introduced to the UK by the Normans. Borne by a trio of English kings, the name is particularly associated with Richard I, who earned the nickname 'lionheart'. Namesakes include Richard Ashcroft (singer), Cliff Richard (singer), Richard Branson (entrepreneur), Richard Gere (actor) and Richard Bacon (presenter).

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