Rosco Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROS-koh / /ˈrɒs.koʊ/Spanish; English
Meaning
Spanish: 'from the land of roses'; English: 'a variant of Roscoe'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rosco has roots in both Spanish and English cultures. In English, it is often considered a variant of Roscoe, which means 'from the deer forest'. The name has gained some popularity in the United States, particularly in the 20th century. It is often associated with a rugged or outdoorsy image.
Trend Summary
The name Rosco has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Roscoe
International Variants
- Rosco (Spanish)
- Roscoe (English)
Famous people named Rosco
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Fictional characters named Rosco
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rosco was first seen in the United States in 1883. Rosco has ranked as high as #854 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Mississippi, Arkansas, Texas, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Rosco has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rosco (1943)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 22 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 20 |
| 1915 | 26 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 32 |
| 1918 | 26 |
| 1919 | 32 |
| 1920 | 36 |
| 1921 | 33 |
| 1922 | 42 |
| 1923 | 36 |
| 1924 | 35 |
| 1925 | 30 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 36 |
| 1928 | 33 |
| 1929 | 25 |
| 1930 | 30 |
| 1931 | 22 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 33 |
| 1935 | 19 |
| 1936 | 22 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 13 |