Rodrick

Rodrick is a masculine given name, primarily used in English-speaking countries. It is a variant spelling of Roderick, which derives from the medieval Germanic name Hrodric. The name combines elements meaning glory (hrod) and ruler or power (ric). Over time, several English spellings emerged, including Rodrick, Rodric, and Rodrik, with Rodrick often chosen for its distinctive look.

In culture and media, Rodrick appears as the name of fictional characters. The most well-known contemporary example is Rodrick Heffley, a character in Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Rodrick Heffley is the older brother of Greg Heffley and is portrayed as a rebellious, music-loving teenager who frequently clashes with family and school life.

As a given name, Rodrick is typically masculine and may convey a sense of classic or traditional heritage due to its association with Roderick. While the spelling Rodrick is less common than Roderick, it remains in use among families seeking a variant with a distinct appearance. The name does not tie strongly to a single nationality and appears across various Anglophone communities.