Rocky
Rocky is a boy name of English origin meaning “Rock, stone”, pronounced ROK-ee. It ranked #568 in the United States in 2025, given to 520 babies, and peaked at #240 in 1955. Common nicknames: Rock.
How popular is Rocky in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Rocky mean, and where does it come from?
Rocky began as a boxing nickname — Rocky Marciano, born Rocco Marchegiano, finished 49-0 and never lost a professional fight, and Rocky Graziano came out of the same world. American records hold the name from 1913 and it entered the top thousand in 1942, peaking in 1955. Sylvester Stallone wrote the film in three days in 1975 and gave the name a permanence no boxer could. It is rising again now, alongside Ace, Sonny and Duke.
How is Rocky used around the world?
Rocky is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Rocky?
Famous People Named Rocky
- Rocky Marciano — American heavyweight champion who retired undefeated
- Rocky Graziano — American middleweight boxing champion
- Rocky Johnson — Canadian professional wrestler and father of Dwayne Johnson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Rocky mean?
Rocky is a boy name of English origin meaning "Rock, stone." Rocky began as a boxing nickname — Rocky Marciano, born Rocco Marchegiano, finished 49-0 and never lost a professional fight, and Rocky Graziano came out of the same world. American records hold the name from 1913 and it entered the top thousand in 1942, peaking in 1955.
How do you pronounce Rocky?
Rocky is pronounced ROK-ee. Common variations include Rockie, Rocco, Rock.
Is Rocky a boy name?
Yes, Rocky is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Rock.