Standard spelling
理查德
Lǐ chá dé
The standard Chinese spelling of Richard.
- 理
- reason, principle
- 查
- to examine; a common name sound
- 德
- virtue
The version used for Richard in Chinese books, films and news.
Richard in Chinese
In Chinese, Richard is written 理查德 (Lǐ chá dé), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 睿诚 (Ruì chéng): a Chinese-style name meaning wise and sincere.
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理查德
Lǐ chá dé
Richard
Choose by sound or by meaning.
There is no single official spelling of an English name in Chinese. Here is what each option says, character by character.
Name with meaning
睿诚
Ruì chéng
A Chinese-style name meaning wise and sincere.
- 睿
- wise, far-sighted
- 诚
- sincere
Keeps the “Rich” sound of Richard, with a meaning worth wearing.
Single character
诚
Chéng
A single character meaning sincerity.
- 诚
- sincere
A compact mark for small artwork or a seal-style stamp.
Where Richard comes from.
Richard comes from Germanic elements meaning “power” and “brave”. It was the name of three English kings, including Richard the Lionheart.
Famous Richards in Chinese
- Richard Gereactor, Pretty Woman理查·基尔
About Richard in Chinese
What does the name Richard mean?
Richard comes from Germanic elements meaning “power” and “brave”. It was the name of three English kings, including Richard the Lionheart.
How do you say Richard in Chinese?
Richard is written 理查德 and pronounced Lǐ chá dé. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. The version used for Richard in Chinese books, films and news.
What does 睿诚 mean?
睿诚 (Ruì chéng) is a Chinese-style name for Richard: a Chinese-style name meaning wise and sincere. 睿 means “wise, far-sighted”, 诚 means “sincere”.
Which version of Richard is best for a tattoo?
理查德 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 睿诚 is shorter and every character carries a meaning, which many people prefer for body art. Write it in a readable style such as Kaishu, and show it to a fluent reader before your appointment.