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Roderick vs Holt

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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Holt

Boy #1,918 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small forest, wooded grove"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,918
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roderick Rank #1,904
Holt Rank #1,918

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #1918 for Holt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Holt more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Holt at #1918 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Holt mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin).

Are Roderick and Holt boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Holt is primarily a boy name.

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