Roddick
A surname derived from a place name associated with a red dyke or ditch.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 377 Americans carry the last name Roddick. That puts it at #62,189 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.11 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 909,163 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Roddick surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
377
1 in 909,163
Census rank
#62,189
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
322
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 322 bearers of the surname Roddick in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.11 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 62189th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Roddick, the largest self-reported group is White at 79.5%. The next largest groups are Black (14.6%) and Hispanic (4.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Roddick
The surname RODDICK has its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "rod" and "wic," which together mean "a clearing in a wood." This suggests that the name may have originated from a place or settlement located in a wooded area.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name RODDICK can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of land and landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror after the Norman Conquest. The name appeared in various spellings, such as "Rodwic" and "Rodewic," reflecting the variations in pronunciation and spelling during that time.
In the 13th century, the name RODDICK was associated with the village of Rodwick in Northamptonshire, England. This place name is thought to have influenced the surname's spelling and pronunciation. Other place names like Rodborough and Rodmarton in Gloucestershire may also have contributed to the name's development.
One notable early bearer of the RODDICK surname was Sir John Roddick, a knight who fought in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415 during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. His bravery and service to King Henry V were recorded in historical accounts of the time.
In the 16th century, a branch of the RODDICK family settled in Scotland, where the name evolved into various spellings such as "Rodick" and "Roddock." One prominent figure from this lineage was William Roddick (1556-1634), a merchant and landowner in Edinburgh.
During the 17th century, several members of the RODDICK family played significant roles in the English Civil War. Thomas Roddick (1610-1675) was a Parliamentarian soldier who fought against the Royalist forces, while his cousin, Richard Roddick (1615-1688), was a staunch Royalist and served in the King's army.
In the 19th century, the RODDICK name gained further recognition with the birth of James Roddick (1828-1901), a renowned Scottish physician and educator who made significant contributions to the field of medicine. His son, Sir Thomas Roddick (1866-1941), followed in his footsteps and became a prominent surgeon and medical administrator in Canada.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals bearing the RODDICK surname throughout history, highlighting the name's rich heritage and diverse backgrounds across England, Scotland, and beyond.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Roddick
Among Census respondents with the surname Roddick, the largest self-reported group is White at 79.5%. The next largest groups are Black (14.6%) and Hispanic (4.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Roddick bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Roddick surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White79.5%
- Black or African American14.6%
- Hispanic or Latino4.3%
- Unknown or suppressed1.6%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Roddick surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #57,406 | #62,189 | -8.3% |
| Count | 332 | 322 | -3.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.12 | 0.11 | -8.3% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Roddick bearers went from 332 to 322 (-3.0% change). The surname moved down 4,783 positions in the national ranking, going from #57,406 to #62,189.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Roddick
FAQ
Roddick surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Roddick?
The surname Roddick holds position #62,189 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 377 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.11 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Roddick surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Roddick, the largest self-reported group is White at 79.5%. The next largest groups are Black (14.6%) and Hispanic (4.3%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.