Rod
boy nameRod entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #344 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1910–2025
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rank today
#344
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2895 |
| 1920s | #2805 |
| 1930s | #1528 |
| 1940s | #735 |
| 1950s | #590 |
| 1960s | #415 |
| 1970s | #954 |
| 1980s | #1906 |
| 1990s | #3213 |
| 2000s | #7082 |
| 2010s | #9608 |
| 2020s | #9739 |
Living bearers
About 6,700 people named Rod are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rod alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rod in 2025?
- Rod is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rod most popular?
- Rod peaked in 1965, reaching #344 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rod with classmates?
- Rod will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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