Larodney
A combination of the masculine given names Larod and Rodney.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Larodney. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Larodney today is around 47 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Larodney births was 1976 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Larodney. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Larodney. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1976
5 babies that year
Average age
47
years old
1976 SSA rank
#6,100
Tracked since 1976
Popularity
Larodney: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Larodney by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Larodney during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Larodney
The given name Larodney has its origins in the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy between the 8th and 3rd centuries BCE. The name is derived from the Etruscan words "laro," meaning "guardian," and "dney," meaning "protector." Together, the name Larodney can be interpreted as "the guardian protector."
This name was initially bestowed upon individuals who held positions of great responsibility and trust within Etruscan society, such as high-ranking military officers or influential political leaders. The earliest known written record of the name Larodney dates back to the 6th century BCE, where it appears on a series of engraved stone tablets discovered in the ruins of the ancient Etruscan city of Veii.
One of the most notable historical figures to bear the name Larodney was a revered Etruscan general who led his armies to victory against the encroaching Roman forces in the 4th century BCE. His exploits were chronicled in great detail by the ancient Greek historian Polybius, who praised Larodney's strategic brilliance and unwavering courage on the battlefield.
As the Etruscan civilization gradually declined and was eventually absorbed into the Roman Empire, the name Larodney began to spread and evolve across the Mediterranean region. In the 2nd century CE, a prominent Roman philosopher and orator named Larodney Maximus gained renown for his eloquent speeches and writings on ethics and morality.
During the Middle Ages, a French knight named Larodney de Montfort distinguished himself in the Crusades, earning a reputation as a fearless and skilled warrior. His bravery was celebrated in numerous bardic tales and epic poems of the era.
In the 15th century, an Italian Renaissance artist named Larodney Botticelli achieved fame for his exquisite paintings, including the iconic "The Birth of Venus." His masterful use of color and composition influenced generations of artists to come.
Throughout its long and storied history, the name Larodney has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life, each leaving their mark on the annals of human civilization. From ancient warriors and philosophers to artists and knights, this name has endured as a symbol of strength, protection, and enduring legacy.
People
Larodney + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Larodney as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Larodney: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Larodney?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Larodney going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Larodney a common name?
We classify Larodney as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Larodney most popular?
The single biggest year for Larodney was 1976, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Larodney is about 47 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Larodney in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Larodney a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Larodney in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Larodney still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Larodney in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Larodney can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Larodney?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.