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Roderick vs Irvin

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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Irvin

Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,081
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roderick Rank #1,904
Irvin Rank #2,081

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #2081 for Irvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Irvin more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Irvin at #2081 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Irvin mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin).

Are Roderick and Irvin boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Irvin is primarily a boy name.

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