Holding steady.
Popularity of Rodricus since 1975
Babies named Rodricus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 145 |
| 1990s | 46 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rodricus has never been a common name in the United States. First recorded in 1975, it reached its peak usage in 1984, after which its frequency has remained low. The name has never appeared in the top 1,000 rankings, and no data is available for a 1-in-N rate. Its trajectory is stable, indicating that while it continues to be used, it never broke into widespread popularity. The name is most often considered a Latinized form of Roderick, connecting it to a longer tradition of names carrying the 'fame' and 'power' elements. Without significant historical or pop culture associations, Rodricus remains a rare and distinctive choice.
Rodricus appears to be a Latinized or elaborated form of Roderick, which derives from the Germanic elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'ric' (power). The name has been used occasionally in English-speaking countries since the 1970s, though it remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rod, Rick, Rico
Sibling names for Rodricus
Names that share Rodricus's style, for a brother or sister.
