Discover name insights instantly.

Uncover the origin, popularity, and more for any name.

Name Origin

Roderic is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. It is derived from the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' or 'glory' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'king'. Therefore, Roderic traditionally means 'famous ruler' or 'ruler of glory'.

germanicmasculinerulerfamegloryroyalty

Famous People

Roderic the Great (-711)

King of the Visigoths

  • Ruled over much of Iberia during a period of stability and prosperity