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Roderick vs Meyer

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
Meyer Rank #1,815

Meyer is more popular, ranked #1815 vs #1904 for Roderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Meyer more popular?

Meyer is more popular, ranked #1815 compared to Roderick at #1904 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Meyer mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Meyer means "farmer, estate steward" (German origin).

Are Roderick and Meyer boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Meyer is primarily a boy name.

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