Roscoe
Meaning of Roscoe
The name Roscoe, pronounced RAHZ-koh (/ˈrɒskoʊ/), is a strong and distinctive choice for a baby boy. Originating from Old Norse, Roscoe means "deer forest" or "roebuck copse," evoking images of serene woodland landscapes. This name has been used consistently in the United States for over a century, experiencing its peak popularity in the early 20th century. Although its usage has declined since then, it remains a classic yet uncommon choice for parents seeking something unique but not overly trendy. Variations of the name include Rocco and Ross, both of which share its robust and earthy charm. Roscoe also carries cultural associations with notable figures such as the American actor Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle and musician Roscoe Dash, adding to its appeal with a touch of artistic flair.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as RAHZ-koh (/ˈrɒskoʊ/)
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Notable People Named Roscoe
| Roscoe Conkling was an American lawyer and Republican politician who served New York in the United States Congress. |
| Roscoe Arbuckle - Roscoe Conkling "Fatty" Arbuckle was a prominent American silent film actor, director, and screenwriter who worked with many famous stars and became one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood during the 1910s. |
| Roscoe Turner was a record-breaking American aviator known for his flamboyant style and his pet lion, Gilmore. |
| Roscoe Lee Browne was an American actor and director known for his resistance to stereotypical black roles and his work with the New York City's Shakespeare Festival Theater, Leland Hayward's satirical NBC series That Was the Week That Was, and his role as Saunders in Soap (1980–81). |
| Roscoe Blevel Ates, also known as Rosco Ates, was a prominent American vaudeville performer, actor, comedian, and musician, best recognized for his role as Soapy Jones in western films and television. |
| Roscoe Henry Hillenkoetter was the third director of the post–World War II United States Central Intelligence Group (CIG), the third Director of Central Intelligence (DCI), and the first director of the Central Intelligence Agency created by the National Security Act of 1947. |
| Roscoe Mitchell is an American composer, jazz instrumentalist, and educator, known for his pioneering work in avant-garde jazz and as a cofounder of the Art Ensemble of Chicago and the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM). |
| Leonard Roscoe Tanner is a retired American tennis player who achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 4 in 1979. |
| Roscoe Parrish is a former American football wide receiver and kick returner who played for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL after a college career at the University of Miami. |
| David Brown Williams, also known as Roscoe, is a well-known American rapper. |
| Roscoe Cook, Jr. was an educator and held three world records in track. |
| Roscoe E. Lewis was a distinguished chemistry professor at Hampton University and a prominent scholar in the United States, known for his leadership in documenting and publishing African American experiences in Virginia, and for being a fellow of the Rosenwald Foundation. |
| Roscoe Robinson is an American gospel and soul singer. |
| Roscoe Seely Conkling served as the Deputy New York Attorney General and administered draft laws during World War I and World War II. |
| Roscoe Conkling Lockwood was an American rower who won a gold medal in the eights at the 1900 Summer Olympics as part of the American boat Vesper Boat Club. |
