Rogers
Rogers is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Roger.
Origin and history
Rogers originated as an English surname meaning 'son of Roger'. While more common as a family name, it has a history of usage as a masculine given name in the United States. Today it remains a rare, vintage choice for parents seeking a traditional surname-as-given-name.
Popularity in the United States
7,035 babies in the United States have been named Rogers since 1880. It ranks #1434 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1906.
States where it is most popular
- LA (22.8 %)
- GA (18.7 %)
- TX (13.6 %)
- MS (10.3 %)
- SC (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 28 |
| 1890-1900 | 85 |
| 1900-1910 | 131 |
| 1910-1920 | 624 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,060 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,113 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,271 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,222 |
| 1960-1970 | 587 |
| 1970-1980 | 353 |
| 1980-1990 | 270 |
| 1990-2000 | 111 |
| 2000-2010 | 88 |
| 2010-2019 | 71 |
| 2020-2029 | 21 |
Famous people named Rogers
- Rogers Hornsby: Baseball Player, Manager
- Rogers Morton: Politician, Cabinet Official
Nicknames
Roger, Rog
Fun facts
- The name directly derives from the Germanic name Roger, combining elements meaning 'famous' and 'spear'.
- Rogers saw its highest popularity as a given name in the United States during the early to mid-20th century.