Rodrick
Rodrick is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous power or famous ruler.
Origin and history
Rodrick is a variant of the classical Germanic name Roderick, derived from elements meaning famous power or ruler. While less common than the traditional spelling Roderick, it has maintained steady usage in the United States over the past century. Parents often choose it as a rugged, classic alternative to modern names.
Popularity in the United States
8,963 babies in the United States have been named Rodrick since 1880. It ranks #1274 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1722.
States where it is most popular
- TX (25.3 %)
- FL (9.5 %)
- GA (9.4 %)
- CA (9.2 %)
- LA (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 10 |
| 1920-1930 | 31 |
| 1930-1940 | 105 |
| 1940-1950 | 243 |
| 1950-1960 | 615 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,248 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,211 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,717 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,246 |
| 2000-2010 | 750 |
| 2010-2019 | 582 |
| 2020-2029 | 205 |
Nicknames
Rod, Roddy, Rick
Fun facts
- Rodrick is a phonetic variant of Roderick, which introduced the root words for 'fame' and 'ruler' into English via Germanic and Norse traditions.