Rodger
Meaning of Rodger
The name Rodger, traditionally a male name, is pronounced as RAH-jer in English. It is a variation of the more common spelling "Roger." The name has Germanic origins, deriving from "Hrodger," which combines the elements "hrod" (fame) and "ger" (spear), meaning "famous spear." Historically, the name gained popularity due to its association with notable figures such as Roger Bacon, an influential medieval philosopher and scientist. In recent years, Rodger has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, ranking as high as 732 in 1979 but falling to 5647 by 2023. Despite its decline in usage, Rodger remains a classic choice that carries a sense of historical significance and strength.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as RAH-jer (/'rɑdʒər/)
British English
- Pronunced as RAH-jer (/'rɒdʒər/)
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Notable People Named Rodger
| Rodger Page - Rodger Clarence George Page was an Australian missionary and religious leader in Tonga, serving as royal chaplain and advisor to Queen Sālote for over 20 years and as president of the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga. |
| Rodger Morris Ward was a highly accomplished American racing driver, known for his success in open-wheel racing, including winning two National Championships and two Indianapolis 500s. |
| Rodger Bumpass is an American actor and comedian, famous for voicing Squidward Tentacles on SpongeBob SquarePants and other characters on the show. |
| Rodger Allen McFarlane was an influential American gay rights activist and the first paid executive director of the Gay Men's Health Crisis. |
| Rodger Wylde, a former professional football player known for his skill as a striker and later pursued a degree in physiotherapy. |
| Rodger Allen Randle is a retired American politician from Oklahoma who served as President pro tempore of the Oklahoma Senate and as mayor of Tulsa. |
| David Rodger Mitchell was a Canadian politician who served as a member of the Liberal Party and represented the riding of Sudbury in the House of Commons of Canada from 1953 until his passing in 1967. |
| Rodger Head was an Australian rules footballer who played for St Kilda in the 1960s and was a member of the 1966 Premiership team. |
