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Auden vs Roderick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roderick

Boy #1,904 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"famous ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Welsh German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,904
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Auden Rank #1,900
Roderick Rank #1,904

Auden is more popular, ranked #1900 vs #1904 for Roderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auden or Roderick more popular?

Auden is more popular, ranked #1900 compared to Roderick at #1904 in the United States.

What do Auden and Roderick mean?

Auden means "old friend" (Old English origin). Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Auden and Roderick boy or girl names?

Auden is primarily a boy name. Roderick is primarily a boy name.

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