Roddie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROD-ee / /ˈrɒdi/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: Famous ruler; Scottish: Derived from Roderick
Historical & Cultural Background
Roddie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Roderick, which has roots in Old Germanic. The name Roderick means 'famous power' and has been used in various cultures, particularly in English and Scottish contexts. It has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent years, reflecting a trend towards shorter, more informal names.
Trend Summary
Roddie has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Roddy
International Variants
- Roderick (English)
- Roderico (Spanish)
- Roderik (Dutch)
Famous people named Roddie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Roddie was first seen in the United States in 1919. Roddie has ranked as high as #1127 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Roddie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Roddie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |