Roderich
ROD-uh-rik
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
16
Peak Year
#6 in 1968
First Recorded
1968
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Of Germanic origin, this name means "famous ruler" or "renowned ruler," combining elements from "hrod" (fame) and "ric" (ruler).
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Roderick MacKinnon
Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry for his work on ion channels.
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