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Roderick vs Reggie

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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Reggie

Boy #1,972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler's counsel, powerful advisor"

Origin: Old High German via Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,972
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roderick Rank #1,904
Reggie Rank #1,972

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #1972 for Reggie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Reggie more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Reggie at #1972 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Reggie mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Reggie means "ruler's counsel, powerful advisor" (Old High German via Norman French origin).

Are Roderick and Reggie boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Reggie is primarily a boy name.

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