Brave ruler
A feminine elaboration of Richard, combining the Germanic elements 'ric' meaning power or ruler and 'hard' meaning brave or hardy. It emerged as a rare variant of Richelle, influenced by the French name Michelle.
Less common today
Richele isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,379 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Brazilian volleyball player
