Name Profile
Rod
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllable
About Rod
Rod appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1910 through 2016. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 8,731 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationRod
Syllables1
Nicknames for Rod
Rod is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Rod is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Rod for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Rod had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Rod James
- Rod Alexander
- Rod Reid
More Names Like Rod
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rod mean?
Rod means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Rod a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Rod is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Rod pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Rod.