Roderick vs Kyron

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
Kyron Rank #1,796

Kyron is more popular, ranked #1796 vs #1904 for Roderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Kyron more popular?

Kyron is more popular, ranked #1796 compared to Roderick at #1904 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Kyron mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Kyron means "dark one, little dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Roderick and Kyron boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Kyron is primarily a boy name.

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