Rodman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rodman is derived from Old English, meaning 'famous man'. It has evolved through various forms and is associated with traits of prominence and strength. The name has no biblical relevance but gained traction as a surname and later as a first name, particularly in the 19th century. It is currently viewed positively and is linked to notable individuals.
The name Rodman is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rodman has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Rodman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1698th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1625th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1856th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3235th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6273rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13195th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15668th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rodman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rodman"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒdmən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Rodman derives from the Old English elements 'rod' meaning 'famous' and 'mann' meaning 'man'. It suggests a connotation of a renowned individual.
Meaning
famous man
Language Evolution
Rodman, Rodmann, Rodmon
Historical Usage
Rodman gained popularity as a surname in England and later as a given name in the 19th century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Rod, Rodney, Roderick
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rodman is viewed as a unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Dennis Rodman, Rodman Philbrick
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rodman"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rodman"
"Rodman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1698th of 7545 | 319 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1625th of 6773 | 343 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1856th of 7552 | 343 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3235th of 10718 | 160 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6273rd of 16616 | 97 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13195th of 24088 | 45 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15668th of 23106 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Rodman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
50.83% 701st/1379 |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
46.02% 716th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
58.02% 1410th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rodman" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rodman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rodman" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.