Cullen vs Rodney

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cullen

Boy #1,131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the holly trees"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,131
Total SSA Count
187
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Rodney

Boy #1,086 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"reed island, island near the clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,086
Total SSA Count
200
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cullen Rank #1,131
Rodney Rank #1,086

Rodney is more popular, ranked #1086 vs #1131 for Cullen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cullen or Rodney more popular?

Rodney is more popular, ranked #1086 compared to Cullen at #1131 in the United States.

What do Cullen and Rodney mean?

Cullen means "at the holly trees" (Irish Gaelic origin). Rodney means "reed island, island near the clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Cullen and Rodney boy or girl names?

Cullen is primarily a boy name. Rodney is primarily a boy name.

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