Rodrigo
roh-DREE-go /roʊˈdriː.ɡoʊ/
Meaning of Rodrigo
Rodrigo is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Roderick, from the Old German Hrodric: hrod ('fame, glory') + ric ('ruler, power'). The medieval Spanish hero Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar — known as El Cid ('the lord') — is the most celebrated bearer of the name, cementing it as a symbol of Spanish national identity through the 12th-century epic poem Cantar de mio Cid.
Current popularity of Rodrigo
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Spain (INE) | 2024 | #18 |
| Portugal (INE) | 2024 | #9 |
| Mexico (INEGI) | 2024 | #12 |
Notable bearers of Rodrigo
El Cid (Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, c.1043–1099); Joaquín Rodrigo (composer of Concierto de Aranjuez).
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31