Truman vs Roderick

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

Truman Rank #1,810
Roderick Rank #1,904

Truman is more popular, ranked #1810 vs #1904 for Roderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Truman or Roderick more popular?

Truman is more popular, ranked #1810 compared to Roderick at #1904 in the United States.

What do Truman and Roderick mean?

Truman means "faithful man, loyal man" (Old English origin). Roderick means "famous ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Truman and Roderick boy or girl names?

Truman is primarily a boy name. Roderick is primarily a boy name.

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