Roch, of French origin, is an intriguing and uncommon given name for males. It is derived from the Germanic element 'rok', which means 'rest' or 'enclosure'. This name has been historically more prevalent in France but has gained some international recognition. Roch is also associated with Saint Roch, a 14th-century Italian saint renowned for his compassion towards the sick and downtrodden.
The name Roch saw its peak popularity between 1955 and 1957 with a high of 28 births in 1957. However, it has since declined, with only 8 births recorded in 2020.