Rodrigo

Meaning of Rodrigo

Rodrigo means "famous ruler". It combines the elements "hrod" (fame) and "ric" (ruler).

Rodrigo has Germanic roots — browse every Germanic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Rodrigo

Rodrigo has cooled off, slipping to #492 in 2025, down from a peak of #291 in 2007.

Notable people named Rodrigo

• Rodrigo Duterte
  Former President of the Philippines
• Rodrigo Santoro
  Brazilian actor
• Rodrigo y Gabriela
  Mexican acoustic guitar duo
• Rodrigo Moreno Machado
  Spanish footballer
• Rodrigo Hilbert
  Brazilian actor and model

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Questions about the name Rodrigo

What does the name Rodrigo mean?

Rodrigo means rodrigo means "famous ruler". it combines the elements "hrod" (fame) and "ric" (ruler), and it comes from Germanic origins.

Is Rodrigo a boy's or a girl's name?

Rodrigo is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Rodrigo?

In 2025, Rodrigo ranked #492 for boys, down from #481 the year before.

When was Rodrigo most popular?

Rodrigo peaked at #291 in 2007.