Roche

Roche is a surname of French origin, derived from the word “roche” meaning “rock.” It is a common surname in French-speaking countries and is also found in Ireland and England. Famous Roche’s include the French writer and philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau, the Irish cyclist Stephen Roche, and the American actress Winona Ryder (whose birth name is Winona Laura Horowitz-Roche). The Roche family crest features a red shield with three gold rosettes. Overall, the surname Roche has a rich history and can be traced back many centuries.