Rodrigues Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationroh-DREE-guhs / rɔːˈdriːɡəsPortuguese; Spanish
Meaning
Son of Rodrigo
Historical & Cultural Background
Rodrigues is a surname of Iberian origin, derived from the given name Rodrigo, which itself comes from the Gothic elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'ric' (power). It is commonly found in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries. The name has historical significance, often associated with nobility and land ownership in medieval times.
Trend Summary
Rodrigues has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often influenced by cultural and regional factors.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rodrigo
International Variants
- Rodríguez (Spanish)
- Rodrigues (Portuguese)
- Rodrigo (Spanish/Portuguese)
Famous people named Rodrigues
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Fictional characters named Rodrigues
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rodrigues was first seen in the United States in 1970. Rodrigues has ranked as high as #1088 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Rodrigues has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rodrigues
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |