Holding steady.
Popularity of Rodric since 1924
Babies named Rodric per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 11 |
| 1940s | 25 |
| 1950s | 49 |
| 1960s | 83 |
| 1970s | 115 |
| 1980s | 86 |
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rodric is a variant of Roderick, a name with deep Germanic roots meaning 'famous ruler.' While the base name Roderick has seen modest usage over the centuries, Rodric itself has always been exceedingly rare in the United States. First recorded in 1924, it reached its peak year in 1976, but even then did not crack the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable, appearing sporadically without major spikes or declines. With no top states reporting even minimal usage, Rodric remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with historical weight but modern scarcity.
Rodric is a variant of Roderick, derived from the Germanic elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'ric' (ruler). It entered English through the Norman Conquest but has remained rare in modern usage, occasionally appearing as a given name in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rod, Ricky
Sibling names for Rodric
Names that share Rodric's style, for a brother or sister.
