Rodrion
A masculine name of Spanish origin meaning "famous leader" or "ruler".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Rodrion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rodrion today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rodrion births was 2010 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rodrion. 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 Rodrion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2010
5 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2010 SSA rank
#13,840
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Rodrion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Rodrion 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 Rodrion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Rodrion
The name Rodrion is an ancient name with roots tracing back to the Celtic languages of Western Europe. It is believed to have originated from the Proto-Celtic word "rodro", meaning "wheel" or "cycle". This connection to the symbolism of the wheel may have initially signified a reverence for the natural cycles of life and the turning of the seasons.
In the early medieval period, the name Rodrion appeared in various forms across the Celtic regions, such as "Rodrianus" in Brittany and "Rodriún" in Ireland. These regional variations suggest the name's widespread use among Celtic communities during that era.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Rodrion can be found in the Welsh chronicle "Annales Cambriae", which mentions a figure named "Rodrion ap Meurig" in the late 9th century. This entry suggests that the name held a certain degree of prominence among the Welsh nobility at the time.
In the 12th century, a French monk and chronicler named Rodrion de Reims documented the events of the Second Crusade in his work "Gesta Francorum". His firsthand accounts provide valuable insights into the crusading era and the challenges faced by the Christian armies in the Holy Land.
Another notable figure bearing the name Rodrion was a 13th-century Scottish nobleman, Rodrion de Mar, who played a role in the Wars of Scottish Independence against England. He fought alongside William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, making significant contributions to Scotland's struggle for sovereignty.
In the realm of literature, Rodrion de Montauban was a fictional character featured in the French medieval epic "The Song of the Four Sons of Aymon". This chivalric romance, composed in the 12th century, portrayed Rodrion as a brave and loyal knight, further establishing the name's association with valor and honor.
During the Renaissance period, the Italian artist Rodrion del Sarto (1486-1531) gained recognition for his exceptional skills as a painter and frescoist. His works, such as the frescoes in the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata in Florence, exemplified the artistic mastery of the High Renaissance era.
While the name Rodrion may have waned in popularity over time, its rich historical legacy serves as a testament to its enduring presence across various cultures and eras, reflecting the diverse tapestry of human experience and achievement.
People
Rodrion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rodrion 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
Rodrion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rodrion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rodrion 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 Rodrion a common name?
We classify Rodrion 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 Rodrion most popular?
The single biggest year for Rodrion was 2010, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rodrion is about 16 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 Rodrion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rodrion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rodrion 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 Rodrion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rodrion 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 Rodrion 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 Americans are named Rodrion?
Want to know how many people share the name Rodrion? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.