Find out how popular the first name Roudy has been for the last 34 years (from 1974 to 2007) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Roudy by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Roudy is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2007, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Roudy.

The history of the first name Roudy

The given name Roudy is a relatively modern name with unclear origins. It is believed to have emerged as a variant spelling of the French name Roudie, which itself is a diminutive form of the name Roudier, derived from the Old French word "roudier" meaning a carter or wagon driver.

The name Roudy may have been influenced by the English word "rowdy," which means unruly or disorderly. This connection could suggest that the name was initially given to individuals perceived as boisterous or rambunctious in nature.

While the name Roudy does not have a long historical lineage or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures, there are a few notable individuals who have borne this name throughout recent history.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Roudy was Roudy Pough (1923-1987), an American character actor known for his roles in several films and television shows in the 1970s and 1980s.

Another individual with this name was Roudy Edmondson (1935-2020), an American football player who played as a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the Chicago Cardinals and the San Francisco 49ers in the late 1950s and early 1960s.

In the world of sports, Roudy Bourgeois (born 1976) is a Canadian professional wrestler who has performed under various ring names, including Rene Dupree and René René.

Roudy Augustin (born 1989) is a professional basketball player from Haiti who has played in various international leagues, including the NBA G League, the top minor league basketball organization in the United States.

Roudy Zamor (born 1991) is a professional soccer player from Haiti who has played as a midfielder for several clubs in the United States and abroad, including the Haiti national team.

These are some of the notable individuals who have carried the given name Roudy throughout history, although the name remains relatively uncommon and without a deep historical lineage.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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