Rhodes
r-hodes,
rho-des
US Popularity:1806
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Clearing in the woods; Where roses grow; Greek island; Pomegranate, Snake
Rhodes is a gender-neutral baby name of British and Greek origin. Meaning "where roses grow," Rhodes can be a beautiful way to describe your new rosy-cheeked baby. Derived from the Old English surname Rhoades and the word rod—meaning" clearing in the woods"—Rhodes conjures images of enchanting forests, fields, and gardens. This name can also connect baby to Rhodes, an island in Greece that is steeped with history and culture to inspire your little one's wanderlust. Thanks to its Greek roots, Rhodes can also mean "pomegranate" or "snake," adding some extra creative inspiration for your little one. Whether baby is born near vast fields or not, baby Rhodes can be inspired to stop and smell the roses and appreciate the world's flora and fauna.
Rhodes Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Rhodes is currently #1571 on The Bump
Boy:Rhodes is currently #1125 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Rhodes is currently #866 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Rhodes is currently #1806 in U.S. births
Boy:Rhodes is currently #1963 in U.S. births
Girl:Rhodes is currently #9098 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#9107
in 2022
+ 2361
from 2021
Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, Rhodes, August 2021
Abarim Publications, Rhodes meaning
Ancestry, Rhodes Family History
WordSense, Rhodes
SurnameDB, Last name: Rhodes
Merriam-Webster, Rhodes
SurnameDB, Last name: Rhodes
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