Rocio

Girl Name #2,662 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A dewdrop name sacred to Andalusia's heart

Spanish Latin American

Classic Elegant Earthy Spiritual Traditional

Meaning & Origin

"dew, dewdrops"

Origin: Spanish

Language: Spanish

"freshness, purity"

Origin: Spanish (Marian)

Language: Spanish

The Story of Rocio

Rocío (with accent) comes from the Spanish word for "dew" or "dewdrops." It is a Marian title — Nuestra Señora del Rocío (Our Lady of the Dew) is a famous image of the Virgin Mary venerated in Almonte, Huelva, in Andalusia, Spain. The pilgrimage to her shrine (the Romería del Rocío) is one of the largest religious pilgrimages in the world.

Rocío has been one of the most popular female names in Spain, particularly Andalusia, for generations due to the devotion to Nuestra Señora del Rocío. The Spanish singer Rocío Durcal further popularized it in the 20th century.

The Romería del Rocío in Huelva, Spain draws over a million pilgrims annually, making Rocío one of the most culturally significant names in Spanish Catholicism. The image of fresh morning dew also carries connotations of purity and renewal.

Fun Facts

The Romería del Rocío is one of the world's largest pilgrimages, drawing over a million participants
Rocío Durcal (1944-2006) was one of the most beloved Spanish-Mexican singers of all time

Rocio in Other Languages

Italian Rugiada

Spanish Rocío

Portuguese Rocio

Famous People Named Rocio

Rocío Durcal

Musician

1944

Beloved Spanish-Mexican singer known for her interpretations of ranchera music and romantic ballads

Rocío Dúrcal

Other

Same as above — one of the most iconic names in Spanish-language pop music

Nuestra Señora del Rocío

Religious

The revered image of the Virgin Mary in Almonte, Huelva, focus of one of the world's largest pilgrimages

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #2,662
Total SSA Count: 65
Cultural Origins: Spanish Latin American
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Low

Common Nicknames

Roci Chío

Pairs Well With

Rocio María Rocio Isabel Rocio Guadalupe Rocio Carmen Rocio Esperanza Rocio Luz Rocio Sofía

Sibling Names

Valentina Camila Diego Santiago Catalina Andrés Lola

Also a Boy Name

Rocio is also used as a boy name, ranked #15743.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rocio

What does the name Rocio mean?

"dew, dewdrops" (from Spanish). "freshness, purity" (from Spanish (Marian)). Rocío (with accent) comes from the Spanish word for "dew" or "dewdrops." It is a Marian title — Nuestra Señora del Rocío (Our Lady of the Dew) is a famous image of the Virgin Mary venerated in Almonte, Huelva, in Andalusia, Spain. The pilgrimage to her shrine (the Romería del Rocío) is one of the largest religious pilgrimages in the world.

What is the origin of the name Rocio?

Rocio has Spanish, Spanish (Marian), and Latin American origins. In Spanish, it means "dew, dewdrops". In Spanish (Marian), it means "freshness, purity".

Is Rocio a boy or girl name?

Rocio is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2662. As a boy name, it is ranked #15743. Rocio is more commonly used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Rocio?

Rocio is currently ranked #2662 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Rocio?

Common nicknames for Rocio include Roci and Chío.

What are good middle names for Rocio?

Popular middle name pairings include Rocio María, Rocio Isabel, Rocio Guadalupe, Rocio Carmen, Rocio Esperanza, Rocio Luz, and Rocio Sofía.

What are good sibling names for Rocio?

Names that pair well with Rocio as siblings include Valentina, Camila, Diego, Santiago, Catalina, Andrés, and Lola.

How many syllables does Rocio have?

Rocio has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Rocio a common or rare name?

Rocio is an uncommon name, ranked #2662 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Rocio

Rocio is a girl name with Spanish and Latin American origins . The name means "dew, dewdrops" in Spanish .

Is Rocio a boy or girl name? Rocio is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,662 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #15,743. Rocio is more commonly used as a girl name.

Rocio is currently ranked #2,662 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Rocio has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Rocio include Roci and Chío. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.