Larry vs Rodney

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American British Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,070
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lar

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Popularity Comparison

Larry Rank #1,070
Rodney Rank #1,086

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 vs #1086 for Rodney.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Larry ___

  • Larry James
  • Larry David
  • Larry Gene
  • Larry Allen
  • Larry Wayne

Rodney ___

  • Rodney James
  • Rodney Lee
  • Rodney Wayne
  • Rodney Earl
  • Rodney Gene
  • Rodney Dale

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Larry

Gary Barry Terry Susan Sandra

If you choose Rodney

Ronald Donald Gerald Beverly Sharon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Larry or Rodney more popular?

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 compared to Rodney at #1086 in the United States.

What do Larry and Rodney mean?

Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin). Rodney means "reed island, island near the clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Larry and Rodney boy or girl names?

Larry is primarily a boy name. Rodney is primarily a boy name.

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