Rocco
Rocco is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Rest, repose, or battle cry.
Origin and history
Rocco is a masculine name of Italian origin, derived from a Germanic root likely meaning 'rest' or 'roar'. It is traditionally associated with Saint Roch, a 14th-century Catholic saint invoked against plagues. In the United States, it remains a well-known, classic Italian-American choice.
Popularity in the United States
31,679 babies in the United States have been named Rocco since 1880. It ranks #661 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #491.
States where it is most popular
- NY (26.8 %)
- NJ (12.6 %)
- PA (12.5 %)
- CA (7.7 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 80 |
| 1900-1910 | 203 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,157 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,316 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,755 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,523 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,200 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,785 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,415 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,368 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,166 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,411 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,657 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,643 |
Famous people named Rocco
- Rocco DiSpirito: Chef, Television Personality
- Rocco Mediate: Golfer
- Rocco Baldelli: Baseball Manager, Baseball Player
Nicknames
Rocky
Fun facts
- Saint Rocco is recognized in Catholic tradition as the patron saint of dogs and plague survivors.
- Although popularized in Italy, the name originated from ancient Germanic roots such as hrok.