Roderick vs Henley

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

Roderick Rank #1,904
Henley Rank #1,876

Henley is more popular, ranked #1876 vs #1904 for Roderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Henley more popular?

Henley is more popular, ranked #1876 compared to Roderick at #1904 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Henley mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Henley means "from the high woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Roderick and Henley boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Henley is primarily a boy name.

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