Rocky
ROK-ee
Popularity
#3860
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
28,567
Peak Year
#920 in 1957
First Recorded
1913
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Rocky is a diminutive of Rocco, an Italian name derived from the Germanic element 'hrok' meaning 'rest'. Also evokes images of strength and ruggedness.
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Rocky Marciano
American professional boxer.
Rocky Balboa
Fictional boxer in the 'Rocky' film series.
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