Rocio
Rocio is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Dew or morning dew.
Origin and history
Rocio is a feminine name of Spanish origin derived from 'María del Rocío', referring to the Virgin of the Dew. It stems from the Spanish word for 'dew' and carries strong cultural ties to Spain and Latin America. In the United States, it has been moderately used, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
13,336 babies in the United States have been named Rocio since 1880. It ranks #1383 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1702.
States where it is most popular
- CA (52.1 %)
- TX (22.6 %)
- IL (7.9 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
- FL (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 59 |
| 1960-1970 | 347 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,774 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,343 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,852 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,529 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,033 |
| 2020-2029 | 399 |
Famous people named Rocio
- Rocio Dúrcal: Singer, Actress
- Rocío Jurado: Singer, Actress
Nicknames
Ro, Chio
Fun facts
- The name originates from the famed annual pilgrimage, the Romería de El Rocío, held in Andalusia, Spain.
- Literally translating to 'dew' in Spanish, the name is associated with freshness and morning light.