Frodo Gardner
Frodo Gardner was the second child and eldest son of Samwise Gamgee and Rose Cotton.
History
It was always Sam's intention to name one of his children after his best friend, Frodo Baggins. Though his first child was a girl, he named the second one Frodo.
Frodo became the head of Gardner Family and inherited Bag End. His son was Holfast Gardner.
Etymology
In the King's Letter, King Elessar mentions his name in Sindarin as Iorhael.
Portrayal in adaptations
![<tg-em>[[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King]]</tg-em>](https://v6.elanillounico.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/The-Lord-of-the-Rings-The-Return-of-the-King-Frodo-Gamgee.jpg)
2003: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King:
Samwise's son is seen in the final scene of the film, in which Sam returns to his home and is greeted by Rosie, who is holding his daughter and son. He is credited as "Baby Gamgee" and portrayed by Maisy McLeod-Riera. The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game expansion Bloodlines identifies him as Frodo Gamgee.
2009: The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest:
Frodo Gamgee is the main playable character. He runs around Hobbiton completing tasks and talking to characters, whilst also re-living the Aragorn's adventures (as retold) by Sam. When sitting down with his father, the player can control Aragorn in a fairy tale-like setting.
Referencias
1. Esta ficha se ha importado inicialmente de TolkienGateway.net el día 25/05/2026.
