What Does the Name Roger Mean
The name Roger comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Roger below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Roger Name Meaning
English, French, Catalan, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, German, DutchMeans "famous spear" from the Germanic elements hrod "fame" and ger "spear". The Normans brought this name to England, where it replaced the Old...
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