Rocio

Q: What is the origin of Rocio?

Rocio is of Spanish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Rocio?

According to the latest SSA data, Rocio is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Rocio a boy name?

Rocio is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dew"

Spanish devotional name meaning dew, associated with Marian veneration and especially common in Spain and Latin American communities with Catholic heritage.

Themes:marianspanishvirtuefemininedevotional

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Popularity History of Rocio

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Rocio did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Rocio Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Rocio.

10 ideas

rocy

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roci

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rie

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ocio

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cioy

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rocioie

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rocioy

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rocioo

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Rocio mean?

Rocio means "Dew". Spanish devotional name meaning dew, associated with Marian veneration and especially common in Spain and Latin American

What is the origin of Rocio?

Rocio is of Spanish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Rocio?

According to the latest SSA data, Rocio is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Rocio a boy name?

Rocio is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Rocio?

Popular nicknames for Rocio include rocy, roci, rie, ry, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Rocio?

There are many names similar to Rocio in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSpanish

Syllables3

Length5 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withR

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alphonso Arnulfo Amado Anibal Alonza

Sisters

Angelita Aracely Abril Almeda Azul

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