NAME PROFILE
Roderick
Roderick is a masculine name of Germanic origin, meaning 'famous power' or 'famous ruler.' It conveys a sense of strength, authority, and charisma. People with this name often embody qualities of leadership and confidence, inspiring others with their vision and determination.
Key Stats
| Total births | 47,446 |
| Gender | Male (87% / 13%) |
| Peak year | 1971 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 22%NY — 21%MI — 20%AL — 19%IL — 18%
Notable People
Roderick Strong (Professional wrestler, WWE) · Roderick MacKinnon (Nobel Prize-winning biochemist) · Roderick Blagojevich (Former Governor of Illinois) · Roderick D. MacDonald (Canadian politician) · Roderick K. McDonald (American actor)
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