Roderick vs Broderick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roderick

Boy #1,904 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"famous ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Scottish Welsh German

8 High Risk

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Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh Irish English American

8 High Risk

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Roderick Rank #1,904

Broderick Rank #2,392

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #2392 for Broderick.

Is Roderick or Broderick more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Broderick at #2392 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Broderick mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin).

Are Roderick and Broderick boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Broderick is primarily a boy name.