Rodriguez Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationroh-DREE-gez / roʊˈdriːɡɛzSpanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Son of Rodrigo
Historical & Cultural Background
Rodriguez is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Rodrigo, which has Germanic roots meaning 'famous power'. It is common in Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic communities. The name reflects a lineage tradition where surnames are formed based on the father's name, a practice prevalent in many cultures.
Trend Summary
Rodriguez has been a consistently popular surname in the United States, particularly among Hispanic populations.
Similar Names
Variants
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International Variants
- Rodríguez (Spanish)
- Rodrigues (Portuguese)
Famous people named Rodriguez
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Fictional characters named Rodriguez
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rodriguez was first seen in the United States in 1955. Rodriguez has ranked as high as #1072 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, Michigan, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Rodriguez has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rodriguez (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 32 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 38 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 8 |