Roderick vs Sir

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
Sir Rank #1,964

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 vs #1964 for Sir.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roderick or Sir more popular?

Roderick is more popular, ranked #1904 compared to Sir at #1964 in the United States.

What do Roderick and Sir mean?

Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin). Sir means "lord, master" (Old French origin).

Are Roderick and Sir boy or girl names?

Roderick is primarily a boy name. Sir is primarily a boy name.

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