Girl · 164th of 9,107
Rosie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
84,924
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1927
Peak Popularity Year
1,581
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Rosie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Rosie is a name of Latin origin meaning 'rose', derived from 'rosa'. It evolved through various forms in language, from Rosa in Latin to Rosie in modern English. The name conveys traits of warmth and friendliness. It does not have biblical significance, but it gained popularity in the 19th century. Today, Rosie is a beloved name, with notable figures contributing to its contemporary image.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊzi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Rosie is derived from the Latin word 'rosa', meaning 'rose'. It became popular as a diminutive form of the name Rose.
Meaning
Rose
Language Evolution
Rosa (Latin), Rosa (Old French), Rose (Middle English), Rosie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Rosie gained popularity in the 19th century as a pet form of Rose, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Rose, Rosetta, Rosalia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Rosie is often perceived as a cheerful and friendly name, associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Rosie O'Donnell, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Rosie the Riveter
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,581 peak births in 1927
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2631st of 7545 | 156 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2045th of 6773 | 237 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3964th of 7552 | 72 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 164th of 9107 | 25,356 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 178th of 9204 | 21,459 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 280th of 12526 | 17,913 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 667th of 19264 | 3,889 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1244th of 27321 | 2,052 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1560th of 35406 | 2,106 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 555th of 30306 | 6,700 |