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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Rock, stone
- Origin
- English (diminutive of Rock, -y)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ROCK-ee
Rocky is a bold, clean, modern boy's name that means "rock" or "stone." It's an English name, a diminutive of Rock with a friendly -y ending, and it's pronounced ROCK-ee. It has a sturdy, easygoing sound that suits a parent who wants something short and strong.
Meaning & Origin of Rocky
Meaning: Rock, stone.
Origin: English (diminutive of Rock, -y).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Rocky
ROCK-eeIPA /ˈrɑːki/
Popularity of Rocky
Rocky peaked in 1955, when it ranked #240 with 858 boys given the name. In 2024 it ranked #657 with 418 boys, so it's well below its peak but still in regular use.
Names Like Rocky
These names share Rocky’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Rocky mean?
Rock, stone. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rocky?
Rocky is pronounced ROCK-ee (IPA: /ˈrɑːki/).
Is Rocky a popular name right now?
Rocky peaked at #240 in 1955 and is ranked #657 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2024.)
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