Roch

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Pronounced ROK /ˈrɒk/Medium

Meaning: From the French/Germanic Roch (Rocco), likely from a Germanic root for 'rest; repose' — the name of a beloved medieval saint. Short and sturdy.Low

In 30 seconds: A short, saintly name: Roch is linked to 'rest; repose' (said 'ROK'). Sturdy, old-world, and rare.

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Origin LowGermanic, French

MeaningFrom the French/Germanic Roch (Rocco), likely from a Germanic root for 'rest; repose' — the name of a beloved medieval saint. Short and sturdy.

U.S. rank (2024)#10660 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1957

Total births (all-time)≈ 251

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Roch (Rocco) is a French/Germanic name, probably 'rest; repose,' carried by the popular medieval Saint Roch. It reads short and old-world — rare in the U.S. (said 'ROK').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., more familiar in France and Italy. Rare, saintly, and sturdy.

Did you know? Roch is the French form of Rocco, the name of a beloved medieval saint, likely from a Germanic root for 'rest; repose' — a short, sturdy, old-world name (said 'ROK').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Roch — French/Germanic Roch/Rocco; saint's name; root debated

Variations

RoccoRockeRochus

Nicknames

RockRo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Roch mean?

Roch is a French/Germanic name (form of Rocco), likely 'rest; repose,' borne by a medieval saint. The exact root is debated, which we note.

How do you pronounce Roch?

It's said ROK /ˈrɒk/ — one syllable.

Is Roch a boy or girl name?

Roch is a boy's name.

How popular is Roch?

Roch is a rare name in the U.S.