304 Baby Names That Mean 'Rock'

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Baby names that mean ‘rock’ have been associated with dependability and strength since ancient times. The stability and foundation of an ancient rock make it immovable to external forces. Hence, parents across the world prefer such names. These names are found in almost every language and culture.
One of the most well-known names that means ‘rock’ is Peter. The name has Greek origin and is derived from the word 'petros,' which means ‘stone’ or ‘rock.’ This simple name gained popularity because of its association with St. Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. He is often considered the rock of the church and was instrumental in spreading Jesus’ word to the farthest corners of the world. Even today, the name is very common and is used in many parts of the world. Moreover, it has been adopted into other languages, such as French and Spanish, in the forms of Pierre and Pedro, respectively. The girl’s name, Rochelle, is another instance of a name with this meaning. Rochelle has French origins and means ‘little rock.’

Other ancient languages and cultures have names meaning ‘rock,’ too. They are mentioned in several mythologies and legends. You can find Ailbhe in Irish mythology, Cybele in Near Eastern mythology, Licarayen in Mapuche legend, and Pelias in Greek mythology.

Baby names that mean ‘rock’ are universally admired, for they convey strength and stability. Parents may give these names to their children in the hopes that they will grow up solid, dependable, and strong, just like a rock. They can give a name that gives the child a strong start right from the beginning.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Alani	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Orange tree or orange fruit; Peaceful; Fragrant
Alan	Boy	Handsome; Little rock
Alaina	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Torch; Shining light; Moon
Peter	Boy	Rock; Stone
Alayna	Girl	Handsome; Little rock; Torch
Lana	Girl	Small rock; Afloat
Callan	Boy	Battle; Rock; Battle rule; War-like
Pedro	Boy	Rock; Stone
Lorelei	Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress
Pierce	Boy	Rock; Stone; Son of Piers

Lorelai	Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress
Allen	Boy	Handsome; Little rock
Ty	Boy	Rock; Sharp; Silk
Halle	Girl	Rock; Army ruler; Manor; Hall
Kellan	Boy	Slender; Son of Alan; Beautiful; Little rock; Son of Colin; Young one
Allan	Boy	Handsome; Little rock
Kaya	Girl	My elder sister; Rock; Resting place; Restoration; Perfume; Reward
Stone	Boy	Rock; Stone
Tallulah	Girl	Leaping water; Town by the river; Rock
Pierre	Boy	One who is tough as a rock

Pierson	Boy	Rock; Son of Peter
Petra	Girl	Rock; Stone
Craig	Boy	Rock; Rocky; A steep rocky cliff; Crag; Outcrop
Aleyna	Girl	To us; Gentle; Soft; Handsome; Little rock
Alanis	Girl	Little rock; Handsome
Alanah	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome; Precious; My child; Harmony; Elevated
Reef	Boy	Coral; Rock; Rib
Aiza	Girl	Living; Rock; Stone; Golden moon; Visitor; Seat of love; Ravine
Layna	Girl	Truthful; Torch; Handsome; Little rock
Zuriel	Unisex	God is my rock

Tyrus	Unisex	Land of Eoghan; Young; Rock; Thunder
Halston	Boy	Rock; Stone
Safwan	Boy	Stone; Rock; Pure
Loralei	Girl	Rock; Rock of Lorelei
Laina	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Dark; Wave; Of Magdala; Path
Alain	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Alanni	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome
Alen	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Pietro	Boy	Rock
Jeter	Unisex	Stone; Rock; To throw

Alonna	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; O child
Aleina	Girl	Noble; Little rock; To shine; Delicate
Harli	Girl	Hare clearing; Hare meadow; Rock; Heap of stones
Macallan	Boy	Son of Allan; A son of a handsome man; Little rock
Pearce	Boy	Son of Peter; Rock; Stone
Perrin	Boy	Rock
Rochelle	Girl	Little rock; Rest; Ewe; Battle cry; Roar; Repose
Alany	Unisex	Orange tree; Orange fruit; Little rock; Handsome
Kay	Girl	To rejoice; Rock; Cliff; Fiery
Sila	Girl	Reunion; Arrival; Stone; Rock; Forest; Wood

Carden	Boy	Thistle; Rock enclosure
Allana	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Precious
Piero	Boy	Rock; Stone
Laniah	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome; Light; World
Petrona	Girl	Rock; Stone; Yokel
Alania	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome
Zeb	Boy	God has given; Exalted house; Honor; Dwell with; Rock; Stone
Calynn	Unisex	Rock; Slender; White; Blessed
Sela	Girl	Rock; Noblewoman; Princess; Lady; City of Edom; Vainakh god of stars, thunder, and lightning
Loralai	Girl	Rock

Petar	Boy	Rock
Roche	Boy	Rock; A person who lived close to a major rock or a town by this name
Rockford	Boy	Strong rock; Rocky ford
Richelle	Girl	Ewe; Little rock
Cephas	Boy	A stone or a rock
Harlo	Unisex	Rock; Heap of stones
Pernell	Boy	Little rock
Pike	Boy	A Spear; Stone; Rock; Hill point; Sharp; Pointed; Fisherman
Alano	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Alam	Boy	World; Universe; Little Rock; Handsome

Flynt	Boy	Stream; Rock
Loralie	Girl	Rock; Rock of Lorelei
Lorelie	Girl	Rock headland on the Rhine River
Alonnah	Boy	Little rock; Handsome
Alem	Boy	Scholar; Noble protection; Little rock
Cray	Boy	From the rocky place; Rock
Elleanna	Unisex	Little rock; Favor; Grace
Lanya	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome; Light; World
Lannie	Boy	Long hill; Renowned land; Awakening; Little rock; Laurel tree
Alaine	Unisex	Little rock; Beautiful; Joyous

Zurielle	Girl	God is my rock
Ishi	Unisex	Prestige, Child; Rock; Stone; Man
Alann	Boy	Little Rock; Harmony; Handsome
Callen	Girl	War; Rock; Descendant of Cathalán; Battle rule
Alaan	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome; Flag bearer
Allyn	Boy	Little rock; Fair; Noble
Tzuriel	Boy	My rock is God
Perez	Boy	Burst; Breakthrough; Rock; Son of Pero, Pedro, or Peter; Divided
Piers	Boy	Rock; Stone
Que	Unisex	Rock cliff; Fifth

Suriel	Boy	My rock is God
Adra	Girl	One who is chaste; Rock; Hard
Allyna	Unisex	Little rock; Handsome
Pearson	Girl	Son of Peter; Rock; Stone; Son of Pierce
Carrick	Boy	Name of a town; Rocky place; Hound of the rock
Halsten	Boy	Rock; Stone
Graig	Boy	Watchful; Alert; Rock
Hali	Boy	Hay clearing; Rock; Sea
Kraig	Boy	The name means Rock
Allaina	Girl	Torch; Bright; Light; Rock; Handsome

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Rocks are the symbols of dependability and strength. Baby names that mean ‘rock’ provide a solid foundation for children from the beginning. They are found in several ancient texts, including the Bible. These names have stood the test of time and remain relevant even today. They have been adapted into different languages. Parents may give their children these names to reflect a rock's solid dependability. From celebrities to literary references, these names remain popular among parents. From mythology and legends to religion to literature, these names are found everywhere and are loved by everyone across the globe.

Infographic: Top Baby Names That Mean 'Rock'

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