Rodne
A masculine name of Slavic origin meaning "born" or "fertile".
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Rodne. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rodne today is around 68 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rodne births was 1957 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rodne. 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
- • The typical person named Rodne is about 68 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Rodnes were born before 1968.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Rodne. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1957
5 babies that year
Average age
68
years old
1957 SSA rank
#4,447
Tracked since 1957
Popularity
Rodne: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Rodne 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 Rodne during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Rodne
The name Rodne is believed to have originated in the Slavic languages, specifically in the regions of modern-day Poland, Russia, and Ukraine. Its roots can be traced back to the Proto-Slavic word "rod," which means "kin" or "family." It was commonly used as a surname or a descriptor for someone who belonged to a particular clan or lineage.
During the Middle Ages, the name Rodne began to transition into a given name, particularly among the Slavic nobility and gentry. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the chronicles of the Kievan Rus', an ancient East Slavic state that existed from the 9th to the 13th century.
In these chronicles, Rodne was mentioned as the name of a prominent noble who served as a trusted advisor to Prince Vladimir the Great, the ruler of Kievan Rus' from 980 to 1015 AD. This Rodne was known for his wisdom and diplomatic skills, playing a crucial role in the negotiations that led to the conversion of the Kievan Rus' to Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
Another notable figure named Rodne was a Polish knight who fought alongside King Casimir III the Great during the 14th century. This Rodne was celebrated for his bravery and loyalty on the battlefield, earning him the respect of his fellow knights and the admiration of the king himself.
In the 16th century, a Russian artist and icon painter named Rodne Fyodorov gained widespread recognition for his intricate and beautiful religious artwork. His icons adorned many churches and monasteries throughout Russia, and his techniques were studied and emulated by generations of artists.
During the 19th century, a Russian composer named Rodne Ivanovich Glinka made significant contributions to the development of Russian classical music. His compositions, which drew inspiration from folk melodies and traditional Slavic themes, helped establish a distinct national style in Russian music.
It is worth noting that while the name Rodne has a rich historical background, it has become less common in modern times, particularly in Western countries. However, it continues to be used, albeit in a limited capacity, in some Slavic regions, carrying with it the legacy of its illustrious past.
People
Rodne + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rodne as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rodne: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rodne?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rodne 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 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Rodne a common name?
We classify Rodne as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% 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 Rodne most popular?
The single biggest year for Rodne was 1957, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rodne is about 68 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 Rodne in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rodne a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rodne 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 Rodne still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rodne 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 Rodne 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 have the name Rodne?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.