There are
4089
Rodneys in the USA
Rodney is the
8106th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Rodney

CaesarRodney

American lawyer and politician. He is best known for his role in casting the deciding vote in favor of the United States Declaration of Independence.

GeorgeBrydges

British naval officer. He achieved fame as a naval commander during the American War of Independence and the French Revolutionary Wars.

G.A.

British civil engineer. He was renowned for his expertise in building railways, particularly in the United Kingdom and South America.

WalterRodney

Guyanese historian and political activist. He is known for his influential writings on African history and the African diaspora.

RodneyKing

American taxi driver who became a central figure in the Los Angeles riots in 1992 after being beaten by police officers. His case brought attention to issues of police brutality and racial tensions.

Rodney Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Rodney is of English origin.
Geographic DistributionRodney is predominantly found in England, especially in the counties of Devon, Cornwall, and Lancashire.
VariationsVariations of the surname Rodney include Rhodes, Rodney-Jones, Rodd, Rody, and Rodnei.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Rodney have occurred over time. Various historical factors such as economic opportunities, colonization, and geopolitical events have influenced the movement of individuals with this surname. Specific details regarding the times, places, and reasons for migration and immigration are not available.