Rockefeller, a name of German origin, was initially derived from the town of Rockyfeld near Strasbourg. It entered the American lexicon through John D. Rockefeller Sr., an industrialist and philanthropist born in 1839. The surname gained prominence due to his significant influence in the oil industry during the late 19th century. He co-founded Standard Oil, which eventually became one of the world's largest private fortunes at that time.
"Rockefeller saw five newborns bearing its distinguished name in the year 2019."