Boy
Rogelio
famous wolf, glory wolf
About Rogelio
Rogelio resonates with rich Hispanic heritage and traditional family values, carrying forward naming customs that honor cultural identity across generations. The rolling 'r' and soft vowels create a rhythm that reflects the musicality inherent in Spanish language and culture. This name might be less common in predominantly English-speaking areas, which actually becomes an advantage—it ensures your son will likely be the only Rogelio in his class, his workplace, his neighborhood. That distinction matters in a world where individual identity increasingly competes with homogenization. The name ages remarkably well, maintaining dignity and respectability from childhood through elderly years. Roger serves as an accessible nickname for those who prefer something shorter or more Anglicized, though many families proudly use the full form exclusively. Rogelio suggests strong family connections, cultural pride, and groundedness in tradition—values many families hold dear. In professional settings, the name conveys seriousness and reliability. For families maintaining Spanish language and Latino cultural traditions, or those who simply appreciate the beauty of Hispanic names, Rogelio offers authenticity, distinction, and enduring appeal.
Popularity of the Name Rogelio
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1929 | #993 |
| 1931 | #957 |
| 1933 | #921 |
| 1934 | #839 |
| 1935 | #987 |
| 1936 | #823 |
| 1937 | #929 |
| 1938 | #960 |
| 1939 | #769 |
| 1940 | #799 |
| 1941 | #750 |
| 1942 | #805 |
| 1943 | #760 |
| 1944 | #622 |
| 1945 | #621 |
| 1946 | #647 |
| 1947 | #635 |
| 1948 | #594 |
| 1949 | #583 |
| 1950 | #539 |
| 1951 | #621 |
| 1952 | #515 |
| 1953 | #545 |
| 1954 | #609 |
| 1955 | #617 |
| 1956 | #616 |
| 1957 | #602 |
| 1958 | #645 |
| 1959 | #557 |
| 1960 | #584 |
| 1961 | #641 |
| 1962 | #581 |
| 1963 | #613 |
| 1964 | #595 |
| 1965 | #601 |
| 1966 | #538 |
| 1967 | #559 |
| 1968 | #507 |
| 1969 | #478 |
| 1970 | #499 |
| 1971 | #512 |
| 1972 | #468 |
| 1973 | #477 |
| 1974 | #434 |
| 1975 | #448 |
| 1976 | #425 |
| 1977 | #419 |
| 1978 | #440 |
| 1979 | #407 |
| 1980 | #405 |
| 1981 | #403 |
| 1982 | #422 |
| 1983 | #453 |
| 1984 | #445 |
| 1985 | #433 |
| 1986 | #444 |
| 1987 | #438 |
| 1988 | #466 |
| 1989 | #434 |
| 1990 | #438 |
| 1991 | #454 |
| 1992 | #433 |
| 1993 | #440 |
| 1994 | #458 |
| 1995 | #468 |
| 1996 | #472 |
| 1997 | #464 |
| 1998 | #484 |
| 1999 | #494 |
| 2000 | #481 |
| 2001 | #493 |
| 2002 | #479 |
| 2003 | #489 |
| 2004 | #473 |
| 2005 | #464 |
| 2006 | #521 |
| 2007 | #519 |
| 2008 | #572 |
| 2009 | #690 |
| 2010 | #719 |
| 2011 | #779 |
| 2012 | #725 |
| 2013 | #736 |
| 2014 | #784 |
| 2015 | #840 |
| 2016 | #864 |
| 2017 | #883 |
| 2018 | #905 |
| 2020 | #998 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Rogelio
Names Similar to Rogelio
Nicknames for Rogelio
- Rog
- Roger
- Lio
- Rogie
Famous People Named Rogelio
| Rogelio De La Vega | Mexican telenovela character in "Jane the Virgin" |
| Rogelio Martínez | Cuban-American playwright |
| Rogelio Ortega | Former President of Ecuador |
| Rogelio Salmona | Colombian architect |
| Rogelio Sikat | Filipino playwright and fictionist |
| Rogelio Rivel | Spanish circus clown |
| Rogelio Tinoco | Costa Rican footballer |
| Rogelio López | Mexican racing driver |
| Rogelio Guerra | Mexican actor |
| Rogelio Lozano | Argentine long-distance runner |
| Rogelio Douglas Jr. | American actor and singer |
| Rogelio Livieres | Paraguayan bishop |
| Rogelio Álvarez | Venezuelan boxer |
| Rogelio Ramírez | Peruvian footballer |
| Rogelio Delgado | Guatemalan footballer |
| Rogelio Alemán | Nicaraguan politician |
| Rogelio Guedea | Mexican writer and professor |
| Rogelio Mora-Tagle | Chilean astronomer |
Characters Named Rogelio
| Rogelio Velasco | Character in the telenovela "La Usurpadora" |
| Rogelio Jackson | Character in the TV series "Jane the Virgin" |
| Rogelio Ramirez | Character in the novel "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel García Márquez |
| Rogelio Dominguez | Character in the movie "The Secret in Their Eyes" |
| Rogelio Salvatierra | Character in the telenovela "Teresa" |
| Rogelio Mendoza | Character in the TV series "La Reina del Sur" |
| Rogelio Hernandez | Character in the movie "Babel" |
| Rogelio Guevara | Character in the telenovela "Soy Tu Dueña" |
| Rogelio Diaz-Gonzalez | Character in the TV series "Ugly Betty" |
| Rogelio Rosales | Character in the movie "Under the Same Moon" |