Roderick
Roderick is a masculine given name derived from the Germanic elements 'hrod', meaning 'fame' or 'renown', and 'ric', meaning 'ruler' or 'power'.
The name became popular in England during the Middle Ages after the Norman Conquest of 1066, as it was borne by several English nobles of Norman descent.
Variations of the name include Roderick, Rodric, Roddy, and Rory. It has been used throughout various cultures and periods in history, including among the Scottish and Irish.
In literature, one of the most famous bearers of the name was Roderick Usher, the titular character in Edgar Allan Poe's short story 'The Fall of the House of Usher'.
US popularity 2023:82 children
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