Rocky
stony or like a rock (English)
Rocky is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 455, with 14,864 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
stony or like a rock (English)
Rocky developed as an English vocabulary nickname and diminutive of names like Rocco. In the Philippines, it became a common standalone given name throughout the mid-to-late 20th century, heavily reinforced by American media, boxing culture, and Hollywood films.
Rocky originated in the English-speaking world as a nickname derived from the word 'rock' or as an Anglicized pet form of the Italian name Rocco. It gained widespread usage in the Philippines largely due to American cultural influence, sports figures, and cinema.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently given as a standalone first name or used as a nickname for formal names like Rocco, Roderick, or Roberto. It carries a strong, rugged connotation in the Philippines.
Related forms
- Rocco Italian
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Rocky with common surname pairs
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How do I use Rocky with two Filipino surnames?
Rocky is the given name. The full name is Rocky + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Rocky a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Rocky is number 455, with 14,864 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.