Rodney vs Percy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rodney

Boy #1,086 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"reed island, island near the clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,086
Total SSA Count
200
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rodney Rank #1,086
Percy Rank #1,256

Rodney is more popular, ranked #1086 vs #1256 for Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rodney or Percy more popular?

Rodney is more popular, ranked #1086 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Rodney and Percy mean?

Rodney means "reed island, island near the clearing" (Old English origin). Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin).

Are Rodney and Percy boy or girl names?

Rodney is primarily a boy name. Percy is primarily a boy name.

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