Boy
Roderick
famous ruler
About Roderick
Stately and commanding, this name brings centuries of heritage into contemporary life. Roderick possesses an aristocratic air that conveys strength, dignity, and timeless appeal. The three-syllable structure creates a substantial presence that transitions seamlessly from childhood through distinguished adulthood. This name suggests someone with natural leadership abilities and strong moral character, someone who commands respect through presence rather than force. The classic sound works beautifully in professional contexts while the available nicknames provide warmth and approachability in personal relationships. Roderick has never been trendy, which means it never becomes dated—it exists outside fashion cycles, maintaining consistent dignity across generations. The name's literary and historical associations create depth and character that benefit the bearer throughout life. For families who appreciate traditional values, strong heritage, and names with gravitas, Roderick offers substantial appeal. It's a name that announces itself with confidence, suggesting someone who knows their worth and carries themselves with quiet authority in all circumstances.
Popularity of the Name Roderick
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #795 | |||
| 1882 | #926 | |||
| 1885 | #752 | |||
| 1887 | #511 | |||
| 1888 | #898 | |||
| 1889 | #714 | |||
| 1890 | #800 | |||
| 1891 | #470 | |||
| 1892 | #936 | |||
| 1894 | #713 | |||
| 1896 | #816 | |||
| 1897 | #775 | |||
| 1898 | #655 | |||
| 1900 | #722 | |||
| 1901 | #840 | #97 | ||
| 1902 | #914 | |||
| 1903 | #613 | #117 | ||
| 1904 | #863 | #110 | ||
| 1906 | #745 | |||
| 1907 | #987 | #122 | ||
| 1908 | #772 | |||
| 1909 | #943 | #127 | ||
| 1910 | #853 | #104 | ||
| 1911 | #816 | #115 | ||
| 1912 | #606 | #125 | ||
| 1913 | #506 | #140 | ||
| 1914 | #631 | #110 | ||
| 1915 | #636 | #121 | ||
| 1916 | #648 | #131 | ||
| 1917 | #609 | #112 | ||
| 1918 | #650 | #110 | ||
| 1919 | #737 | #103 | ||
| 1920 | #617 | #109 | ||
| 1921 | #619 | #156 | ||
| 1922 | #536 | #120 | ||
| 1923 | #534 | #146 | ||
| 1924 | #533 | #123 | ||
| 1925 | #501 | #115 | ||
| 1926 | #458 | #119 | ||
| 1927 | #459 | #146 | ||
| 1928 | #443 | |||
| 1929 | #448 | #144 | ||
| 1930 | #482 | #122 | ||
| 1931 | #451 | #124 | ||
| 1932 | #486 | #140 | ||
| 1933 | #428 | |||
| 1934 | #432 | #131 | ||
| 1935 | #462 | #133 | ||
| 1936 | #411 | #144 | ||
| 1937 | #416 | #114 | ||
| 1938 | #410 | #140 | ||
| 1939 | #414 | #151 | ||
| 1940 | #457 | #106 | ||
| 1941 | #472 | #110 | ||
| 1942 | #434 | #133 | ||
| 1943 | #415 | #110 | ||
| 1944 | #398 | #118 | ||
| 1945 | #379 | #107 | ||
| 1946 | #375 | #98 | ||
| 1947 | #356 | #111 | ||
| 1948 | #351 | #99 | ||
| 1949 | #336 | #94 | ||
| 1950 | #314 | #143 | ||
| 1951 | #320 | #108 | ||
| 1952 | #304 | #128 | ||
| 1953 | #277 | #144 | ||
| 1954 | #300 | #116 | ||
| 1955 | #282 | #128 | ||
| 1956 | #282 | #153 | ||
| 1957 | #274 | #148 | ||
| 1958 | #289 | #141 | ||
| 1959 | #279 | #138 | ||
| 1960 | #276 | #147 | ||
| 1961 | #260 | #151 | ||
| 1962 | #252 | #161 | ||
| 1963 | #243 | #159 | ||
| 1964 | #234 | #171 | #186 | |
| 1965 | #231 | #157 | #155 | |
| 1966 | #226 | #170 | #183 | |
| 1967 | #221 | #155 | #185 | |
| 1968 | #227 | #220 | #149 | |
| 1969 | #234 | #225 | #162 | |
| 1970 | #228 | #232 | #170 | |
| 1971 | #224 | #237 | #228 | |
| 1972 | #229 | #266 | #173 | |
| 1973 | #231 | #251 | ||
| 1974 | #235 | #200 | ||
| 1975 | #252 | #160 | ||
| 1976 | #253 | #308 | #209 | |
| 1977 | #260 | #206 | ||
| 1978 | #280 | #295 | #177 | |
| 1979 | #275 | #320 | ||
| 1980 | #278 | #262 | ||
| 1981 | #279 | #236 | ||
| 1982 | #279 | #263 | ||
| 1983 | #294 | |||
| 1984 | #311 | #313 | ||
| 1985 | #308 | #315 | #262 | |
| 1986 | #322 | |||
| 1987 | #338 | |||
| 1988 | #361 | |||
| 1989 | #367 | #350 | #301 | |
| 1990 | #387 | #383 | ||
| 1991 | #418 | #566 | ||
| 1992 | #432 | #646 | ||
| 1993 | #447 | #769 | ||
| 1994 | #486 | #723 | ||
| 1995 | #512 | |||
| 1996 | #535 | #792 | ||
| 1997 | #550 | #757 | ||
| 1998 | #628 | |||
| 1999 | #587 | |||
| 2000 | #615 | |||
| 2001 | #650 | |||
| 2002 | #639 | |||
| 2003 | #748 | |||
| 2004 | #721 | |||
| 2005 | #783 | |||
| 2006 | #733 | |||
| 2007 | #838 | |||
| 2008 | #939 | |||
| 2009 | #904 | |||
| 2010 | #964 | |||
| 2011 | #917 | |||
| 2012 | #982 | |||
| 1905 | #111 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Roderick
Names Similar to Roderick
Nicknames for Roderick
- Rod
- Rick
- Roddy
- Rodders
Famous People Named Roderick
| Roderick Strong | American professional wrestler |
| Roderick MacKinnon | Nobel Prize-winning biologist |
| Roderick Williams | British baritone opera singer |
| Roderick Mullen | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Roderick Watson | Scottish rugby player |
| Roderick Floud | British historian |
| Roderick Smith | Australian engineer and academic |
| Roderick Hargreaves | English cricketer |
| Roderick Hudson | American sculptor |
| Roderick Chisholm | American philosopher |
| Roderick Ellis | British actor |
| Roderick Ingram | American football player |
| Roderick Linton Belfield | British journalist |
| Roderick Murchison | Scottish geologist |
Characters Named Roderick
| Roderick Alleyn | Fictional detective created by Ngaio Marsh |
| Roderick Usher | Character in Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Fall of the House of Usher" |
| Roderick Raccoon | Character in the children's show "The Raccoons" |
| Roderick "Rod" Kimble | Character played by Andy Samberg in the film "Hot Rod" |
| Roderick Llewellyn | Character in Agatha Christie's novel "The Hollow" |