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RochusChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Rock

Pronunciation: ROH-kus

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Name
Rochus
Meaning
Rock
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ROH-kus
Lucky Number
17
17
Lucky Number
(Monday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Rochus mean?

Rochus is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Rock". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: ROH-kus. Lucky number: 17. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ρόχους

Όνομα Χριστιανικό με ιατρική σημασία

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ROH-kus

IPA

/ˈroʊkəs/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Rochus is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Rock. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

17

Lucky Day

(Monday)

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Jasper

Life Path Number

9

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 9 are known for their creativity, empathy, and humanitarian qualities.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes steadfastness and resilience.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In various Christian communities, Rochus is celebrated as a saint, especially in the Italian towns of Roccella Ionica and RoccascalNEXT, and the Portuguese town of Santarem. Rochus is known for his healing power, and it is believed that offering a rooster to the saint can bring good fortune and protection from illness. Additionally, the town of Roccella Ionica even has a festival dedicated to Saint Rochus every year on August 16.
Saint Rochus is often depicted in Christian art as a young man, sitting under a tree or a rock, and healing the sick by touching them with a loaf of bread. This represents his role as a protector and healer. In the spiritual context, the name Rochus serves as a reminder of the strength and security that can be found in God. It is also a name that carries the hope of healing, grace, and the belief that God can bring good fortune and protect us from adversity.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Rochus was a 4th century hermit who lived in the region of the Apennine Mountains in Italy. The name Rochus carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

4th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Roch VynckierRoch Marciano

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Rochus

Christian name with medical significance

🇮🇱Hebrew

רוכוס

שם נוצרי עם משמעות רפואית

🇬🇷Greek

Ρόχους

Όνομα Χριστιανικό με ιατρική σημασία

🇮🇹Latin

Rochus

Nomen Christianum cum significatione medica

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