Dodge
Dodge is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Famous spear; short form or derivative of Roger.
Origin and history
Dodge is an English name originally derived as a medieval diminutive of Roger. It later developed into an English surname before transitioning into use as a rare given name. In the United States, it remains relatively uncommon but has seen steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
681 babies in the United States have been named Dodge since 1880. It ranks #3995 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- CA (66.7 %)
- TX (33.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 84 |
| 2000-2010 | 195 |
| 2010-2019 | 281 |
| 2020-2029 | 111 |
Fun facts
- Dodge arose in the Middle Ages as a rhyming pet form of the name Roger.
- Before becoming a given name, Dodge became established as an English surname.