Rodel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rodel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 108 babies have been named Rodel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rodel is past its peak , currently ranked #21,033 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,033
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rodel
Rodel is a boy name .
Rodel is currently ranked #21,033 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rodel include Rod, Roy, Roie, and Rodkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rodel include Roderick . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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