Roderic Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROD-er-ik / /ˈrɒd.ər.ɪk/Germanic; Old High German
Meaning
Germanic: famous power; Old High German: renowned ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Roderic is derived from the Germanic elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'ric' meaning 'power' or 'ruler'. The name has historical significance in various cultures, particularly in medieval Europe. It was borne by several notable figures, including Roderic of Hispania, the last Visigothic king of Spain. The name has variations in different languages and has been used in literature and history.
Trend Summary
Roderic has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rodrick
- Roderick
International Variants
- Roderico (Spanish)
- Roderik (Dutch)
- Roderic (English)
Famous people named Roderic
Roderic O'Connor was an Irish painter known for his vibrant use of color and abstract forms.
Roderic M. Wright was a prominent American politician who served in the state legislature.
Roderic D. McGowan was a notable Scottish author recognized for his contributions to historical fiction.
Roderic G. McGowan was a distinguished scientist in the field of environmental studies.
Fictional characters named Roderic
Roderic is a character in the video game series 'Dark Souls', known for his role as a knight.
Roderic is a character in the novel 'The Last Kingdom' by Bernard Cornwell, depicted as a Saxon warrior.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Roderic was first seen in the United States in 1914. Roderic has ranked as high as #1047 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Mississippi, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Roderic has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Roderic (1977)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 23 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 19 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 18 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 29 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 23 |
| 1946 | 27 |
| 1947 | 28 |
| 1948 | 25 |
| 1949 | 27 |
| 1950 | 21 |
| 1951 | 38 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 30 |
| 1954 | 37 |
| 1955 | 29 |
| 1956 | 35 |
| 1957 | 37 |
| 1958 | 35 |
| 1959 | 43 |
| 1960 | 38 |
| 1961 | 49 |
| 1962 | 59 |
| 1963 | 58 |
| 1964 | 50 |
| 1965 | 68 |
| 1966 | 56 |
| 1967 | 45 |
| 1968 | 50 |
| 1969 | 55 |
| 1970 | 65 |
| 1971 | 44 |
| 1972 | 48 |
| 1973 | 48 |
| 1974 | 44 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 42 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |