Roque
Meaning of Roque
Roque is a male name with Spanish origins. It is pronounced as ROH-keh (/ˈro.ke/). A variation of the name is Rocco. In the United States, Roque has been given to newborn boys since at least 1915. While its popularity has varied over the years, it has consistently remained in use. In recent years, Roque has been ranked in the top 5000 names for newborn boys in the US. The name Roque carries a strong and distinctive sound, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a unique and culturally rich name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as ROH-keh (/ˈro.ke/)
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Notable People Named Roque
| Roque Santa Cruz - Roque Luis Santa Cruz Cantero is a Paraguayan professional footballer known for his prolific goal-scoring ability and his long-standing career in the sport. |
| Roque Eduardo Benavides Ganoza is a prominent Peruvian engineer, businessman, and mining magnate, known for his leadership as the chairman and former CEO of Compañía de Minas Buenaventura, and is considered one of the most influential entrepreneurs in Peru. |
| Roque González Garza - Roque Victoriano González Garza was a Mexican general and politician who served as acting President of Mexico during the Mexican Revolution and later became the leader of the Revolutionary Mexicanist Action party. |
| Roque Valero Pérez is a Venezuelan singer, actor, and politician. |
| Roque Vallejos, a renowned poet, psychiatrist, and essayist, hailed from Paraguay. |
