Origin and Meaning of Roget
Meaning & Origin
Famous for namesake connection to a dictionary, inventor
Origin: French - Derived from the Old High German name 'Hrothgar', where 'hroth' means ‘fame’ and 'gar' means ‘spear'.
Interesting Facts
- The name Roget is most commonly associated with Peter Mark Roget, a British physician and lexicographer, who is best known for creating the Roget's Thesaurus.
- While primarily a French name, it has been adopted in English-speaking countries, primarily due to its connections with Roget's Thesaurus.
- The name can sometimes be found in a variety of spellings, including 'Roger', and its variants have been in use since the Middle Ages.
- Roget has seen increased interest during the 19th century due to the popularity of the thesaurus, although it remains relatively uncommon as a first name today.
- Related names include Roger and Rogelio, which share similar etymological roots and meanings.