Roderick vs Ferrin

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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Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roderick Rank #1,904
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Ferrin more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Ferrin mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Roderick and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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