Rochus

Italian from German

"rest"

Rochus Origin and Meaning

The name Rochus is a boy's name.

Rochus is a masculine name of Germanic and Latin origin, derived from the elements 'hroc' meaning 'rest' and 'hrod' meaning 'fame.' The name gained significance through Saint Rochus (also known as Saint Roch), a 14th-century Catholic saint from France who ministered to plague victims and is venerated as a patron saint against plagues and epidemics. Rochus remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries but has maintained some popularity in German-speaking regions, particularly Austria and parts of Switzerland. The name carries historical depth and religious significance while offering the friendly nickname options of 'Roch' or 'Rocky.'