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Rodriguez

ro-dree-gwez

Letters

9

Syllables

3

Origin

Spanish

Total Births

957

Peak Year

#47 in 1981

First Recorded

1955

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Rodriguez is a patronymic surname of Spanish origin, meaning 'son of Rodrigo'. Rodrigo itself is a Germanic name meaning 'famous ruler'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Robert Rodriguez

    Renowned Mexican-American film director, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Yolanda Rodriguez

    Cuban-American poet and activist.

  • Amedee O. Rodriguez

    Bishop in the Catholic Church, influential in the Philippines.

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Personality Traits

LeadershipResilienceAmbitiousLoyal

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