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Cai 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

Cai Rank #1,906
Roderick Rank #1,904

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #1906 for Cai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cai or Roderick more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Cai at #1906 in the United States.

What do Cai and Roderick mean?

Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin). Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Cai and Roderick boy or girl names?

Cai is primarily a boy name. Roderick is primarily a boy name.

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