Risteárd

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Risteárd is an Irish variant of the name Richard, which comes from the Old English "ri(c)hard," meaning "brave ruler" or "powerful leader."
Pronunciation
RISH-tyard
Risteárd is pronounced "riss-taird" in Irish Gaelic.
Popularity
The popularity of Risteárd is mostly limited to Ireland and the Irish diaspora. It is not a common name outside of those regions.

cartoon of the name Risteárd
Cartoon of Risteárd

Risteárd Name meanings & History

Risteárd is an Irish variant of the name Richard, which comes from the Old English "ri(c)hard," meaning "brave ruler" or "powerful leader.". Irish form of Richard. Risteárd is mostly used as a first name for males.

Zodiac Sign of Risteárd: Reason Aries

Synonyms of Risteárd:

R: Rational,Restless,Reason,Resourceful

I: Intimate,Indulgence,Involved

S: Sensuality,Social Standing,Solidity,Security,Status,Sex,Success

T: Testy,Tireless,Tacky,Talkative,Doubting Thomas,Truth,Touchy

E: Environment,Enlighten,Expressive,Entertain,Exaggerate,Enliven

A: Argumentative,Aggressive,Action,Angry,Assertive,Ambitious

D: Determined,Demanding,Domestic,Daddy,Doting,Dutiful

Risteárd is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Nerdy name
  • a Serious name

Famous People

There have been several notable Irish figures named Risteárd throughout history, including Risteárd de Tiúit, a 13th-century bishop, and Risteárd Ó Foghludha, an influential religious writer in the 18th century. However, it is not a name that is commonly associated with famous individuals.

Related Names to Risteárd

Richard, Rick, Ricky, Ricardo, Rikard, Riordan, Richelle.