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Rhodes
BoyGreek, English· “from the Greek island; often linked to roses”
- Meaning
- from the Greek island; often linked to roses
- Origin
- Greek, English
- Pronunciation
- ROHDZ
- Syllables
- 1
- US rank 2025
- #575
- US babies 2025
- 511
- Best rank
- #575 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Rhodes
Rhodes is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “from the Greek island; often linked to roses”.
Rhodes comes from the Greek island of Rhodes, whose name is often linked to rhodon, the Greek word for rose, though that connection is not certain. The island was home to the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Rhodes is also an English surname, and the Rhodes Scholarship adds an academic association. As a given name it has a strong, distinguished feel. The name is usually pronounced ROHDZ, with a single syllable.
Popularity over time
Rhodes first appears in US Social Security records in 1915. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 4 different years, starting in 2022. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #575, and its highest count, 511 babies. Use has grown 711% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #4,839 in 1920, #4,487 in 2010, and #575 in 2025. Of the 2,741 US boys named Rhodes since records began, 71% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 554 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Maximo, Kyren, Eliel, Jakai, and Louie.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Rhodes ranked highest in Maine, Tennessee, and Georgia.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | #228 | 6 |
| Tennessee | #345 | 26 |
| Georgia | #384 | 31 |
| Arkansas | #392 | 9 |
| South Carolina | #410 | 13 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 92% of US babies named Rhodes over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Rhodes is usually pronounced ROHDZ, with one syllable. It has six letters, starts with R and ends in “-es”.
Middle names for Rhodes
A few middle names that flow with Rhodes: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Rhodes
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rhodes mean?
Rhodes is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “from the Greek island; often linked to roses”.
What is the origin of the name Rhodes?
Rhodes has Greek and English roots. Rhodes comes from the Greek island of Rhodes, whose name is often linked to rhodon, the Greek word for rose, though that connection is not certain.
Is Rhodes a popular name?
Yes. Rhodes ranked #575 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Rhodes a boy or girl name?
Rhodes is mainly a boy's name. About 92% of US babies named Rhodes over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Rhodes?
Rhodes is usually pronounced ROHDZ. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings