Rockey is of American origin, derived from an occupational surname that was once given to a rower or boatman. It's a unique choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet familiar.
Over the span of these years, the name Rockey experienced varying popularity, with peaks and valleys in its usage. The highest number of births recorded was 51 in 1957, while there were only 5 births recorded in both 1924 and 1998. Notably, the name has seen a resurgence recently with 6 births each in 2016 and 2023, suggesting it may be regaining popularity. However, when considering all years together from 1924 to 2023, there were a total of 941 births registered with the name Rockey.