Declining since 1993, #3,342 for girls today.
Popularity of Rocio since 1952
Babies named Rocio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 59 |
| 1960s | 347 |
| 1970s | 1,774 |
| 1980s | 3,343 |
| 1990s | 3,852 |
| 2000s | 2,529 |
| 2010s | 1,033 |
| 2020s | 399 |
Meaning & origin
Rocio is a Spanish feminine name meaning 'dew', rooted in the Marian title Our Lady of the Dew. It first entered U.S. records in 1952, but saw its greatest popularity during the 1990s, peaking at rank 3342 in 1994, with 1 in 34,941 newborns receiving the name in 2025. Since 1993, its frequency has been declining. Its strongest U.S. states are Nevada, California, and Texas, reflecting its cultural ties to Hispanic communities. The name carries a poetic and religious resonance, evoking freshness and divine grace, making it a meaningful choice for families with Spanish heritage.
Rocio derives from the Spanish word 'rocío', meaning 'dew'. It is used as a feminine given name in reference to the Virgin Mary under the title 'Nuestra Señora del Rocío' (Our Lady of the Dew), a Marian devotion centered in El Rocío, Spain. The name became popular in Spanish-speaking countries, especially in the 20th century.
Where Rocio is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rochi, Chio, Cio
Variants: Rocío
Sibling names for Rocio
Names that share Rocio's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Rocio
Names whose popularity has moved with Rocio's over the last 50 years.
