Rodel Name Meaning & Origin
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From the Middle Latin Rodericus, which is derived from the Old High German Hrodrich (famous ruler), a compound name composed from the elements hruod (fame) and rik (king, ruler). The name was introduced to England by the Scandinavians and later by the Normans but fell out of use during the Middle Ages until it was revived in the 19th century.
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Rodel \r(o)-del\ as a boy's name is pronounced roh-DEL. It is of French origin. Variant of Rodell, Rodello, Roderick, Roderic, Rodric.
The name Rodel orginated as an French name which means famous ruler. The name Rodel is most often used as a boy name or male name.
French Name Meaning - famous ruler
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