Rodd
Rodd is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous ruler, famous power, or island near the clearing.
Origin and history
Rodd is a masculine name of Germanic origin, traditionally functioning as a short form or variant of names like Roderick, Rodney, or Rodman. It is derived from roots associated with fame or power, such as 'hrod'. Historically rare in the United States, it saw sporadic usage throughout the 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
771 babies in the United States have been named Rodd since 1880. It ranks #3905 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.1 %)
- OH (25.7 %)
- NY (22.9 %)
- IL (15.7 %)
- IA (8.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 8 |
| 1950-1960 | 130 |
| 1960-1970 | 334 |
| 1970-1980 | 234 |
| 1980-1990 | 59 |
| 1990-2000 | 6 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Rodd
- Rodd Redwing: Actor, Gun instructor
Fun facts
- Rodd serves as a double-'d' spelling variant of the more common nickname Rod.
- The name reached its peak registered births in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century.