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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Famous spear
- Origin
- Germanic (Frankish, via Old French)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- RAH-jur
Roger is a Germanic name that reached English by way of Old French, carrying the meaning "famous spear." Pronounced RAH-jur, it fits into the timeless, classic, vintage style familiar to parents drawn to older, sturdier names. It's a name with real history behind it rather than a recent invention.
Meaning & Origin of Roger
Meaning: Famous spear.
Origin: Germanic (Frankish, via Old French).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Roger
RAH-jurIPA /ˈrɑːdʒər/
Popularity of Roger
Roger peaked in 1945, when it was the #22 name in the country with 10,570 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #750, with just 340 babies named Roger — a steep drop-off, though it's held on in the data every year from 1880 through 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Roger mean?
Famous spear. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Roger?
Roger is pronounced RAH-jur (IPA: /ˈrɑːdʒər/).
Is Roger a popular name right now?
Roger peaked at #22 in 1945 and is ranked #750 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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