Rodrigo
Rodrigo is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous ruler or rich in power, derived from the Germanic elements hrod (fame) and ric (ruler, power).
Origin and history
Rodrigo is a classic Spanish and Portuguese name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German name Roderick. It historically gained prominence through medieval Iberian legends and historical figures, such as El Cid (Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar). In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage for several decades, holding a consistent place in the top 1,000 male names.
Popularity in the United States
27,754 babies in the United States have been named Rodrigo since 1880. It ranks #702 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #514.
States where it is most popular
- CA (34.2 %)
- TX (29 %)
- FL (5.6 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
- AZ (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 6 |
| 1920-1930 | 177 |
| 1930-1940 | 173 |
| 1940-1950 | 210 |
| 1950-1960 | 379 |
| 1960-1970 | 592 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,462 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,088 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,045 |
| 2000-2010 | 8,032 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,191 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,399 |
Famous people named Rodrigo
- Rodrigo Santoro: Actor
- Rodrigo Duterte: Politician
- Rodrigo y Gabriela: Musician
Nicknames
Rod, Rody, Rigo
Fun facts
- The celebrated 11th-century Spanish military leader known as El Cid was born Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar.
- The name reached the Iberian Peninsula through the Visigoths and became one of its most enduring classic names.