How Many People Are Named Roderick?
Complete statistics for the name Roderick: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Roderick, a rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 8,866 Americans bearing it today, totaling around 37,222 people. Its peak popularity was in 1971 when 1,067 babies were named Roderick, marking a significant moment in its history.
📖 Meaning & Origin
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🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 55All 47,351 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1971Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Roderick Through the Generations
Over the decades, Roderick has seen a steady decline in usage, reflecting a shift away from its once-popular status. With an estimated 37,222 people named Roderick living in the United States, the name's current distribution shows a fairly even spread across different age groups: 12% under 30, 48% aged 30-60, and 40% over 60. This suggests that while the name isn't as common among younger generations, it remains a cherished choice for many families.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Roderick's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Roderick
How Many People Have the Name Roderick?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,263 people in the United States currently share the name Roderick. That works out to roughly 1 in every 52,922 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Roderick a Common or Rare Name?
Roderick is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Roderick in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Roderick Most Popular?
The name Roderick reached peak popularity in 1971, with 1,067 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Roderick?
Approximately 6,263 people named Roderick live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,263. That works out to roughly 1 in 52,922 Americans.
Is Roderick a rare name?
Roderick is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 52,922 Americans has this name.
What does the name Roderick mean?
The meaning and origin of Roderick are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Roderick more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Roderick are male and 1% are female.
When was Roderick most popular?
Roderick peaked in 1971 with 1,067 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.