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What does the name Rod mean? What is the meaning of the name Rod
Meaning of Rod: Name Rod in the English origin, means He who is from the reed island. Name Rod is of English origin and is a Boy name.
Meaning
He who is from the reed island
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 3 characters
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R-O-D
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
1
Indian Vedic Numerology
4
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Rakesh
Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit
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Rakeem
A variant spelling of the Quranic name Raqeem; Said to be derived from Raheem which means compassionate
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Reddy
Leader; A surname representing a Community of dominant caste and prosperous people from the state of Andhra Pradesh
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Famous people with name Rod (Namesakes)
- Rod Rosenstein
Rod Jay Rosenstein (; born January 13, 1965) is an American attorney who served as the 37th United States Deputy Attorney General from April 2017 until May 2019.
- Rod Stewart
Sir Roderick David Stewart (born 10 January 1945) is a British rock singer and songwriter.
- Alex Rodriguez
Alexander Emmanuel Rodriguez (born July 27, 1975), nicknamed "A-Rod", is an American former professional baseball shortstop and third baseman who played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
- Rod Laver
Rodney George Laver (born 9 August 1938), better known as Rod Laver, is an Australian former tennis player.
- Rod Carew
Rodney Cline Carew (born October 1, 1945) is a Panamanian former Major League Baseball (MLB) first baseman, second baseman and coach who played from 1967 to 1985 for the Minnesota Twins and the California Angels.
- Rod Blagojevich
Rod Blagojevich ( blə-GOY-ə-vitch, born December 10, 1956; nicknamed "Blago") is an American former politician who served as the 40th Governor of Illinois from 2003 until his impeachment, conviction, and removal from office in 2009.
- Rod Woodson
Roderick Kevin Woodson (born March 10, 1965) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) for 17 seasons.
- Rod Argent
Rodney Terence "Rod" Argent (born 14 June 1945) is an English musician, singer, songwriter, composer, and record producer.
- Rod Liddle
Roderick E. Liddle (born 1 April 1960) is an English journalist, and an associate editor of The Spectator.
- Rod Gardner
Roderick F. Gardner (born October 26, 1977 in Jacksonville, Florida) is a former American college and professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) for seven seasons.
- Rod Wallace
Rodney Seymour Wallace (born 2 October 1969) is an English professional footballer and reserve team coach of Combined Counties Football League side Epsom & Ewell.
- Rod Strickland
Rodney Strickland (born July 11, 1966) is an American basketball executive and retired National Basketball Association (NBA) player.
- Rod Thorn
Rodney King Thorn (born May 23, 1941) is an American basketball executive and a former professional player and coach, Olympic Committee Chairman, with a career spanning over 50 years.
- Rod Roddenberry
Eugene Wesley "Rod" Roddenberry Jr. (born February 5, 1974) is an American television producer and the chief executive officer of Roddenberry Entertainment.
- Rod Marinelli
Rodney Marinelli (born July 13, 1949) is an American football coach who is the defensive line coach for the Las Vegas Raiders of the National Football League (NFL).
- Rod Ferrell
Roderrick Justin "Rod" Ferrell (born March 28, 1980) is an American convicted murderer.
- Rod Higgins
Roderick Dwayne Higgins (born January 31, 1960) is an American retired professional basketball player who formerly served as president of basketball operations for the National Basketball Association's Charlotte Hornets.
- Rod Dreher
Ray Oliver Dreher (born 1967), known as Rod Dreher, is an American writer and editor.
- Rod Stryker
Rod Stryker (born 19 October 1957) is an American yoga and meditation teacher, author and speaker.
- Rod Wave
Rodarius Marcell Green (born August 27,1999), known professionally as Rod Wave, is an American singer, rapper, and songwriter.
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Swati Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra for Rod is Swati. The name Rod is associated with the deity Vayu (Wind God), and is ruled by the Rahu. The symbol for Rod is Sword, and it is characterized by Independence. This name is connected to the element Air and embodies the Flexible, Restless.| name | Svātī |
| Deity | Vayu (Wind God) |
| Ruling Planet | Rahu |
| Symbol | Sword |
| Primary Quality | Independence |
| Element | Air |
| Nature | Flexible, Restless |
Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology) - 1
Baby Name Rod Numerology: Name Rod has a number value of 1 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
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Syllables in Rod Name
How many syllables in baby name Rod? Rod has 1 syllables. The name "Rod" can be divided into 1 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Rod? | 1 (rod) |
| Numbers of characters: | 3 |
| Unique letters: | 3 (r, o, d) |
| Rod backwards: | dor |
| Rod sorted alphabetically: | dor |
Name Rod is combinations of, 1 occurance of R, 1 occurance of O, 1 occurance of D.
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How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Rod
Rod's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Rod on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Rod! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Rod, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Rod! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Rod
What is the meaning of Rod?
Name Rod means He who is from the reed island as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Rod Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Rod?
Name Rod has numerology 4 as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Rod?
The lucky number of name Rod is 4 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Rod name?
The name Rod has 3 letters. The name Rod consists of 1 word with 3 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Rod?
Name Rod belongs to Swati nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Rod come from?
Rod is a English name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Rod?
The name Rod is of English origin and is used within communities.
What does Rod mean?
Name Rod means He who is from the reed island as per The ParentZ
What does the name Rod mean?
Rod is of English origin and means He who is from the reed island as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Rod?
Rod means He who is from the reed island and is a English name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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What is the length of Rod name?
The name Rod consists of 3 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Rod! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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