Pax 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

Pax Rank #1,983
Roderick Rank #1,904

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #1983 for Pax.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pax or Roderick more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Pax at #1983 in the United States.

What do Pax and Roderick mean?

Pax means "peace" (Latin origin). Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Pax and Roderick boy or girl names?

Pax is primarily a boy name. Roderick is primarily a boy name.

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