Roger
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Famous spear or renowned warrior
Origin: Old Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #834 in 2025 with 297 babies born.
History: Roger derives from the Old High German 'Hrodger,' combining 'hrod' (fame) and 'ger' (spear). It was introduced to England by the Normans and became extremely common in medieval Europe. It declined somewhat in the 20th century but has been kept visible by figures like tennis champion Roger Federer.
Famous people named Roger: Roger Federer (tennis player)
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Roger? About 1 in 11,207 babies born in 2025 were named Roger, or roughly 0.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Roger
What does the name Roger mean?
Roger means “Famous spear or renowned warrior” from Old Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Roger?
Roger has Old Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Famous spear or renowned warrior”.
How popular is Roger?
Roger ranked #832 in 2025 — given to 297 babies that year.
When was Roger most popular?
Roger peaked in 1953 with 13,171 babies registered that year.
Is Roger a boy or girl name?
Roger is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Rogers in registered births are male.
Is the name Roger rising or falling in popularity?
Roger has fallen 147 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #685 in 2020 to #832 in 2025.
How long has Roger been recorded?
Roger appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.