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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Deer forest / roebuck wood
- Origin
- English (place name of Old Norse origin)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ROS-koh
Roscoe is a boy's name pronounced ROS-koh, with English roots that trace back to an Old Norse place name. Its meaning — "deer forest" or "roebuck wood" — gives it a wandering, outdoorsy quality, fitting for a free-spirited, boho, nature-inspired name. It's a name with real history behind it, not a modern invention.
Meaning & Origin of Roscoe
Meaning: Deer forest / roebuck wood.
Origin: English (place name of Old Norse origin).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Roscoe
ROS-kohIPA /ˈrɑːskoʊ/
Popularity of Roscoe
Roscoe reached its high point in 1888, ranking #117 with 141 boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #2180 with just 67 boys named Roscoe, across Social Security's full 1880-2024 record.
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FAQ
What does the name Roscoe mean?
Deer forest / roebuck wood. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Roscoe?
Roscoe is pronounced ROS-koh (IPA: /ˈrɑːskoʊ/).
Is Roscoe a popular name right now?
Roscoe peaked at #117 in 1888 and is ranked #2180 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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