Rodan
Irish/Gaelic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Rodan
Rodan derives from the Irish/Gaelic name Ródan, which is a diminutive form of "rod" meaning "famous" or "wheel," though its exact etymology remains somewhat uncertain in linguistic sources.
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Etymology
Rodan derives from the Irish/Gaelic name Ródan, which is a diminutive form of "rod" meaning "famous" or "wheel," though its exact etymology remains somewhat uncertain in linguistic sources. The name is primarily used in Irish culture and Celtic regions, with historical usage among Irish families, though it has no specific religious association.
Rodan currently ranks #941 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2010.
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