Surname · Portuguese origin
Rodrigues
Meaning
The surname Rodrigues means Son of Rodrigo.
Origin
Portuguese
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Rodrigues
Rodrigues means “son of Rodrigo,” “famous ruler.”
What kind of surname is Rodrigues?
Rodrigues is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Portuguese naming tradition — you can read how Portuguese surnames were formed on our Portuguese last names page.
Other Portuguese surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Rodrigues mean?
The surname Rodrigues means Son of Rodrigo. Rodrigues means “son of Rodrigo,” “famous ruler.”
Where does the surname Rodrigues come from?
Rodrigues is a surname of Portuguese origin.
What kind of surname is Rodrigues?
Rodrigues is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Portuguese surnames?
Other Portuguese surnames include Almeida, Carvalho, Fernandes, Ferreira, Goncalves, Lopes.