Rocco

Rocco has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Rocco isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Rocco is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Rocco was, in the past month, the 18th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Rocco is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Rocco was viewed 159 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Rocco's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Rocco is most adored in Connecticut, South Carolina and District of Columbia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nevada, Alabama and Indiana.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Rocco.

Most popular breeds named Rocco:

1. Chihuahua
2. Labrador Retriever
3. German Shepherd
4. Boxer
5. American Pitbull Terrier

• A pit bull named Rocco played a role in the movie The Drop.

Rocco is found in these categories:

famous

Popularized by celebrity pet choices and Italian heritage connotations.

movie

Named after a canine star in Hollywood's golden era.

italian

Common Italian name, linked to Saint Rocco, patron saint of the sick.

sassy

Strong and bold, this name suits dogs with a cheeky, playful spirit.