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The baby name Rod is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced UK: /rɒd/; US: /rɑːd/ (rhymes with 'rod').

Rod is English in Origin.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 1.0
Origin: English
Pronunciation: UK: /rɒd/; US: /rɑːd/ (rhymes with 'rod')

What is the meaning of the name Rod ?

The baby name Rod is a Male name , 1 syllables long and is pronounced UK: /rɒd/; US: /rɑːd/ (rhymes with 'rod').

Rod is English in Origin.

Rod is an English short form of Roderick, Rodney, and Roger. The roots are Germanic hrod "fame" with either ric "ruler" (Roderick) or gar "spear" (Roger); Rodney derives from an English place-surname, Old English rod "clearing" + eg "island." Used independently since the early 20th century.

It rose across the Anglophone world mid-century, buoyed by Rod Laver, Rod Stewart, and Rod Serling. Earlier context includes Roger’s Norman-era popularity and the surname Rodney’s boost from Admiral Lord Rodney. Variants and relatives: Roddy/Roddie, Rodge, Roderick, Rodney; cognates include Rodrigo (with Ruy/Rui), Rogier (Dutch), and Ruggero (Italian). Depending on the source, the meaning is "famous ruler," "famous spear," or "clearing/island dweller."

Rod has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Rod

Rod Steiger Actor · Born 1925 · United States Rod Steiger was an American actor best known for his powerful performance in the film 'In the Heat of the Night'. He also starred in 'On the Waterfront' and 'Doctor Zhivago', showcasing his versatility across different genres. Rod Taylor Actor · Born 1930 · Australia Rod Taylor was an Australian actor best known for his role in the classic film 'The Time Machine'. He also starred in Alfred Hitchcock's 'The Birds' and lent his voice to Pongo in Disney's 'One Hundred and One Dalmatians'. Rod Serling Actor · Born 1924 · United States Rod Serling was an influential American screenwriter and television producer, best known for creating and hosting the groundbreaking anthology series 'The Twilight Zone'. He also wrote the screenplay for the classic film 'Planet of the Apes'. Serling's work often explored complex themes of morality and human nature.
Rod Roddy Actor · Born 1937 · United States Rod Roddy was an American television announcer best known for his work on the game show 'The Price Is Right'. He became famous for his enthusiastic and memorable catchphrase, 'Come on down!' which he used to invite contestants to the stage. Roddy's vibrant personality and colorful wardrobe made him a beloved figure on the show. Rod McKuen Actor · Born 1933 · United States Rod McKuen was an American poet, singer-songwriter, and actor, best known for his poetry and music in the 1960s and 1970s. He gained fame with his poetry collections like 'Stanyan Street & Other Sorrows' and his music, including the song 'Jean' from the film 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie'. His heartfelt and accessible style resonated with a wide audience.

Celebrity babies named Rod

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Rod Roddenberry Majel Barrett television actor ★★★★★ Gene Roddenberry film producer ★★★★★

Rod – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Boys 1992 #1 — 371
NA 0 #33 1 2,537
PR 0 #55 1 1,497
CM 0 #56 1 2,592
JP 0 #77 1 4,057
CN 0 #86 1 3,857
PH 0 #86 11 5,607
QA 0 #101 6 7,011
SD 0 #101 2 2,130
TW 0 #103 1 4,523
OM 0 #114 8 6,215
KW 0 #118 4 5,216
CY Boys 0 #130 2 3,473
BN Boys 0 #136 4 6,332
MU 0 #136 2 3,613
JO 0 #140 1 2,158
LT Boys 0 #151 1 2,166
MT Girls 0 #153 1 3,773
CR 0 #159 7 5,526
MT Boys 0 #161 16 4,064
HU Boys 0 #174 1 3,954
PR Boys 0 #175 4 2,508
AE 0 #181 7 10,220
HR 0 #181 1 2,081
UY 0 #181 2 2,477
Sweden Boys 2018 #185 2 1,584
AR 0 #193 1 2,915
RU 0 #194 1 3,641
DK 0 #206 1 5,198
PH Boys 0 #211 191 11,440
MO Boys 0 #212 12 5,842
LU Boys 0 #219 2 4,970
BG Boys 0 #220 1 3,850
PS 0 #226 1 5,692
TW Boys 0 #227 15 7,111
IR 0 #231 1 4,221
NA Girls 0 #236 2 7,146
BD 0 #237 5 5,992
EC Boys 0 #245 2 3,322
AO Boys 0 #246 4 5,568
PT 0 #248 3 4,161
GR Girls 0 #249 1 6,293
NA Boys 0 #251 3 6,830
HR Boys 0 #259 1 3,997
MO Girls 0 #261 3 7,056
JM Boys 0 #262 11 6,876
GR Boys 0 #272 2 6,912
SA 0 #273 23 10,560
SG 0 #279 4 11,010
IL 0 #282 1 6,291
HR Girls 0 #294 1 3,687
JP Boys 0 #296 8 7,909
Canada Boys 2024 #302 5 2,588
AL Boys 0 #302 2 5,122
CZ Boys 0 #304 2 6,530
CN Boys 0 #308 12 9,639
PE 0 #326 4 6,350
DK Boys 0 #328 5 7,401
PL Boys 0 #334 7 6,459
JO Girls 0 #339 1 7,570
QA Girls 0 #341 3 15,378
MU Boys 0 #347 11 8,477
MY 0 #348 7 12,352
PT Boys 0 #349 19 7,951
HK 0 #354 4 8,483
SD Girls 0 #355 4 7,678
GH Boys 0 #356 6 8,138
BR 0 #358 3 5,969
MU Girls 0 #362 1 8,539
PL Girls 0 #363 2 5,096
France Boys 2001 #373 3 2,316
JO Boys 0 #383 7 7,057
MX 0 #390 24 8,339
CL 0 #393 19 6,867
YE 0 #395 4 8,639
BD Girls 0 #401 6 8,413
BO 0 #406 3 6,868
UY Boys 0 #406 8 5,922
OM Girls 0 #420 5 15,987
CR Boys 0 #422 66 10,188
PH Girls 0 #422 8 13,098
ZA 0 #425 23 14,421
AR Boys 0 #448 20 7,628
PA Boys 0 #448 34 9,305
GT Boys 0 #453 22 7,625
SD Boys 0 #463 4 10,523
PT Girls 0 #471 1 7,952
HK Boys 0 #493 35 12,905
RU Boys 0 #494 12 12,621
CO 0 #509 2 7,768
CL Boys 0 #514 156 13,390
CM Boys 0 #521 30 12,054
IQ Girls 0 #522 4 11,303
LY 0 #523 13 12,703
RU Girls 0 #523 1 11,913
BH 0 #530 24 17,937
PS Boys 0 #538 11 10,655
PS Girls 0 #546 2 10,981
BO Boys 0 #552 41 9,244
KW Girls 0 #559 3 19,177
IR Boys 0 #562 4 10,162
BD Boys 0 #565 12 10,045
IL Boys 0 #591 17 10,983
AE Girls 0 #593 5 20,968
SG Girls 0 #629 4 18,916
SG Boys 0 #637 61 17,960
IL Girls 0 #643 3 11,648
LB 0 #643 16 13,263
QA Boys 0 #646 62 18,093
HK Girls 0 #647 4 16,104
IQ Boys 0 #655 13 13,071
MX Boys 0 #679 320 16,355
SY 0 #693 36 11,684
IT 0 #696 19 4,183
BR Boys 0 #718 34 12,213
KW Boys 0 #736 34 18,755
PE Boys 0 #788 91 14,506
SA Girls 0 #794 142 25,931
TN 0 #808 22 13,765
NG Girls 0 #825 2 15,093
Spain Boys 0 #848 83 5,610
OM Boys 0 #854 28 17,948
EG Boys 0 #862 25 15,035
CO Boys 0 #882 39 15,656
EG Girls 0 #886 74 14,742
United States Boys 2023 #892 7 7,053
CL Girls 0 #915 1 14,098
Germany Boys 0 #921 32 5,697
NL Boys 0 #923 29 5,873
NG Boys 0 #937 15 16,906
ZA Boys 0 #948 233 25,619
MY Girls 0 #978 17 24,821
AE Boys 0 #1,005 88 22,615
PE Girls 0 #1,005 6 14,861
MY Boys 0 #1,019 93 25,439
IN Boys 0 #1,037 3 16,750
MA 0 #1,087 42 20,986
DZ 0 #1,113 64 20,130
CO Girls 0 #1,147 6 16,140
MX Girls 0 #1,168 16 17,781
SA Boys 0 #1,178 459 28,008
TR 0 #1,199 13 19,440
ZA Girls 0 #1,232 5 25,928
IT Boys 0 #1,337 135 10,046

Rod is popular in 75 countries — most recent births per country:

United States
France
Canada
Ireland
AE

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People also ask about Rod

Rod is predominantly a boy's name.
Rod is a one syllable name, pronounced UK: /rɒd/; US: /rɑːd/ (rhymes with 'rod').
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Roddy, Roddie and Rodd.
Yes, very popular — Rod ranked #1 in Ireland in 1992, and appears in official birth registries across 5 countries.
Rod ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 1992).
Rod's popularity is declining significantly. It moved from #866 in 2013 to #892 in 2023 in United States.
Yes — 5 notable people named Rod are in our database, including Rod Steiger (Actor), Rod Taylor (Actor), Rod Serling (Actor).
Yes — at least 1 celebrity couple has chosen Rod for their child, including Majel Barrett and Gene Roddenberry.