Richard is cognate with variants of the name in other European languages, such as the Swedish "Rickard", the Portuguese and Spanish "Ricardo" and the Italian "Riccardo" (see comprehensive …

1 day ago · Eight-time Grammy-nominated gospel singer Richard Smallwood has died at 77. His representative announced that Smallwood passed away Tuesday due to complications from kidney …

1 day ago · Richard Smallwood, a gospel singer and recording artist nominated eight times for Grammy Awards, has died. He was 77.

2 days ago · He sold millions of albums with the Richard Smallwood Singers, and his songs, many influenced by classical music, were recorded by stars like Whitney Houston.

2 days ago · Richard Smallwood, the Grammy-nominated "I Love the Lord" and "Total Praise" singer, has died, according to his family. He was 77.

2 days ago · Richard Smallwood, the Grammy-nominated gospel singer and songwriter whose music was covered by the likes of Whitney Houston and Destiny’s Child, has died. He was 77. Smallwood …

Dec 23, 2025 · It was borne by three kings of England including the 12th-century Richard I the Lionheart, one of the leaders of the Third Crusade. During the late Middle Ages this name was typically among …

1 day ago · Entertainment Richard Smallwood, gospel singer and musical inspiration, dead at 77 Smallwood died Tuesday of complications due to kidney failure, according to his representative.

Dec 13, 2025 · Learn about the name Richard including the meaning, gender, origin, popularity, and more.

The name "Richard" has Germanic roots and can be traced back to Old High German and Old Frankish languages. It gained popularity in England after the Norman Conquest, and its usage spread …