Roscoe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Roscoe is an Old Norse name meaning 'the house by the roe.' It has evolved through various language forms and gained popularity in the 19th century. The name carries traits of charm and strength, with no notable biblical connections.
The name Roscoe is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roscoe has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Roscoe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 237th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 355th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 558th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 899th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1538th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2849th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2041st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roscoe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roscoe"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒskoʊ/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Roscoe is derived from the Old Norse elements 'roðr,' meaning 'roe' (a type of fish), and 'ko,' meaning 'a dwelling' or 'house.' Thus, it can be interpreted as 'the house by the roe.'
Meaning
The house by the roe.
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Rósko, Middle English: Roske, Modern English: Roscoe
Historical Usage
The name Roscoe gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England and the United States, often associated with notable figures and cultural references.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosco, Ross, Rosc, Rosk
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Roscoe is perceived as a vintage yet strong name, often associated with charm and a rustic quality.
Famous People
Roscoe Conkling, an American politician., Roscoe Arbuckle, an American silent film actor., Roscoe Lee Browne, an American actor and director.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roscoe"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Roscoe"
"Roscoe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 237th of 7545 | 8,433 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 355th of 6773 | 4,706 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 558th of 7552 | 3,475 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 899th of 10718 | 1,297 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1538th of 16616 | 824 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2849th of 24088 | 588 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2041st of 23106 | 858 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Roscoe" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
17.44% 247th/1416 |
31.62% 436th/1379 |
7.31% 173rd/2366 |
41.42% 473rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
23.54% 364th/1546 |
36.50% 568th/1556 |
11.43% 269th/2353 |
46.09% 713th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
26.00% 579th/2227 |
28.85% 701st/2430 |
15.46% 441st/2853 |
29.19% 810th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.51% 896th/2937 |
35.34% 1231st/3483 |
23.59% 830th/3518 |
33.41% 1351st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.19% 1702nd/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
36.39% 1890th/5194 |
38.17% 2411th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
70.12% 3621st/5164 |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
41.81% 3120th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.77% 1943rd/3984 |
59.22% 2657th/4487 |
53.84% 3673rd/6822 |
29.14% 1829th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Roscoe" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roscoe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roscoe" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.