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Rocky

Boy name · 19 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Rocky: 19 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 9 births in 2022.

Rooted in English as a nickname from "rock," Rocky is a sturdy, modern given name that calls to mind strength and resilience. Its fame skyrocketed with Sylvester Stallone's iconic underdog boxer Rocky Balboa, while real-life champions like heavyweight legend Rocky Marciano and wrestler Rocky Johnson also lent the name a pugilistic edge. The Rocky Mountains share the same etymological root, evoking rugged landscapes. Though historically a nickname, Rocky has stood on its own in Scotland since the 1970s, often chosen for its lively, unpretentious feel.

Boy 4 of 52 years

Peak year
20229 babies
Latest (2025)
#6474 babies
Total births
19since 2017
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2022 · 9
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).