The nameRoch
Roch is the French form of Roch or Rocco, the name of a very popular pilgrim saint who protected against the plague.
- Boy's name
- French
- Feast day
Meaning
The origin of Roch is debated. It is sometimes linked to a Germanic name.
Origin
French. Saint Roch, born in Montpellier in the 14th century, is often shown with a dog.
History
An old name, it has been quietly coming back in France since the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Roch
Roch in France
Roch was most popular in France in the 1920s, with 455 births over the decade, 14% of all recorded babies named Roch. Half of all babies named Roch in France were born before 1950, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 42 births a year on average, against 27 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Roch in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Roch mean?
The origin of Roch is debated. It is sometimes linked to a Germanic name.
What is the origin of the name Roch?
French. Saint Roch, born in Montpellier in the 14th century, is often shown with a dog.
Is Roch a girl's or a boy's name?
Roch is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Roch?
Variants and related names of Roch include Roque.