Rodger
Rodger is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous spear or renowned warrior.
Origin and history
Rodger is a spelling variant of the classic Germanic name Roger. Derived from Hrodger, it combines the elements for fame and spear. While popular in the mid-20th century, it is now an uncommon alternative spelling in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
21,556 babies in the United States have been named Rodger since 1880. It ranks #802 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1837.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.2 %)
- PA (9.7 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
- TX (7 %)
- IL (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 51 |
| 1910-1920 | 380 |
| 1920-1930 | 883 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,959 |
| 1940-1950 | 5,292 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,503 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,673 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,701 |
| 1980-1990 | 975 |
| 1990-2000 | 505 |
| 2000-2010 | 297 |
| 2010-2019 | 231 |
| 2020-2029 | 90 |
Famous people named Rodger
- Rodger Bumpass: Voice Actor, Actor
- Rodger Corser: Actor
Nicknames
Rod, Rodge
Fun facts
- Rodger contains an extra 'd', reflecting an older English orthographic trend seen in names like Rodgers.
- The spelling Rodger saw its highest usage in the U.S. during the 1940s and 1950s.