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Rodrigo

roh-DREE-goh

Popularity

#481

stable

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Spanish

Total Births

27,144

Peak Year

#1,177 in 2007

First Recorded

1918

Style

Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Rodrigo is a Spanish and Portuguese name derived from the Germanic name Hrodric, composed of *hrod* meaning 'fame' and *ric* meaning 'power' or 'rule'. Thus, Rodrigo means 'famous ruler'.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar

    El Cid, Castilian nobleman and military leader

  • Rodrigo Santoro

    Brazilian actor

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Personality Traits

BraveAmbitiousIntelligentCharming

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