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Roderick vs Koby

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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Koby

Boy #2,066 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,066
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roderick Rank #1,904
Koby Rank #2,066

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #2066 for Koby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Koby more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Koby at #2066 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Koby mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Koby means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Roderick and Koby boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Koby is primarily a boy name.

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