Rockwell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROK-well / /ˈrɒk.wɛl/English; Old English
Meaning
English: Rock spring; Old English: from the rocky well
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rockwell is derived from Old English elements, referring to a spring or well located near rocks. It has been used as a surname before transitioning into a given name. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with strength and resilience due to its rocky connotation.
Trend Summary
The name Rockwell has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
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Famous people named Rockwell
Rockwell Kent was an American painter, illustrator, and writer recognized for his landscape paintings and illustrations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rockwell was first seen in the United States in 1914. Rockwell has ranked as high as #1276 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Utah, California, Arizona, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Rockwell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rockwell (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 13 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 49 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 68 |
| 2015 | 91 |
| 2016 | 98 |
| 2017 | 110 |
| 2018 | 101 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 103 |
| 2021 | 95 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 67 |
| 2024 | 74 |