Resting place or stone
Originally an English diminutive of Rocco or a nickname for someone living near a rocky area. It gained immense popularity as a standalone name following the success of the Rocky film franchise, symbolizing resilience and physical strength.
Iconic underdog boxer portrayed by Sylvester Stallone · Rocky
Undefeated world heavyweight boxing champion
American actor known for NCIS
Professional wrestler and father of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson
World middleweight boxing champion
The flying squirrel from The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show · The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).