Find out how popular the first name Hodge has been for the last 1 years (from 2008 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Hodge by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Hodge is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Hodge.

The history of the first name Hodge

The name Hodge is an English surname that derives from the given name Hodge, which is a medieval diminutive form of Roger. The etymology of the name Roger can be traced back to the Old German name Hrodger, which means "famous with the spear." It was popularized during the Middle Ages due to its association with the legendary hero Roger de Sicile, who fought against the Saracens in the 11th century.

The name Hodge was particularly common in the East Midlands region of England during the Middle Ages. It first appeared in written records in the 13th century, such as the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire in 1279, where a person named Hodge le Hierde (Hodge the Herdsman) was mentioned.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Hodge was Sir Hodge de Stoke, a knight who lived during the reign of King Edward I (1272-1307). He was a prominent landowner in Staffordshire and served as a member of the king's council.

In the 14th century, Hodge de Cromwell (c. 1340-1390) was a notable English soldier who fought in the Hundred Years' War. He served under Edward, the Black Prince, and participated in the Battle of Poitiers in 1356.

During the Renaissance period, Hodge Bacon (c. 1480-1548) was a renowned English scholar and philosopher. He was known for his work on natural philosophy and his advocacy of empiricism.

In the 16th century, Hodge Rudgeley (c. 1520-1588) was an English politician who served as a member of Parliament for Warwickshire during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

Another notable figure with the name Hodge was Hodge Pludde (c. 1610-1680), an English clergyman and writer who authored several religious works, including "The Sinner's Sacrifice" and "The Sinner's Redemption."

While the name Hodge has its roots in medieval England, it has since spread to other parts of the world and has been adopted by various cultures and communities. However, its origins and historical significance remain closely tied to its English heritage.

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