Rosalind Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rosalind has its roots in Latin, meaning 'rose' and 'tender.' It evolved through various languages before becoming popular in English, especially after Shakespeare's use in the 17th century. The name conveys beauty and delicacy, with no direct biblical relevance. It remains a classic choice with a charming image.
The name Rosalind is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rosalind has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rosalind' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 492nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 433rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 398th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 597th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1736th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3370th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1452nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosalind' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosalind"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒz.ə.lɪnd/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Rosalind is derived from the Latin elements 'rosa,' meaning 'rose,' and 'lind,' which is often thought to refer to 'soft' or 'tender.'
Meaning
rose, tender
Language Evolution
Rosalindus (Latin), Rosalinda (Spanish), Rosalinde (Old High German), Rosalind (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Rosalind gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Renaissance, particularly after its use in Shakespeare's play 'As You Like It' in the early 17th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosie, Lindie, Rosa, Rosalina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rosalind is considered a classic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and romance. It has a vintage charm that appeals to many parents today.
Famous People
Rosalind Franklin, a pioneering scientist in the field of DNA research., Rosalind Wiseman, an author and educator known for her work on girl culture.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rosalind"
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 of "Rosalind"
"Rosalind" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 492nd of 9107 | 3,482 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 433rd of 9204 | 4,698 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 398th of 12526 | 10,202 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 597th of 19264 | 4,620 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1736th of 27321 | 1,231 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3370th of 35406 | 716 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1452nd of 30306 | 1,851 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosalind" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rosalind" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
33.55% 475th/1416 |
18.56% 256th/1379 |
58.37% 1381st/2366 |
48.95% 559th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
27.17% 420th/1546 |
16.84% 262nd/1556 |
25.54% 601st/2353 |
30.45% 471st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
18.68% 416th/2227 |
13.58% 330th/2430 |
12.83% 366th/2853 |
18.13% 503rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.69% 637th/2937 |
18.06% 629th/3483 |
13.22% 465th/3518 |
20.38% 824th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.47% 1860th/3685 |
38.93% 1742nd/4475 |
35.73% 1856th/5194 |
27.83% 1758th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
71.34% 3684th/5164 |
75.58% 5527th/7313 |
35.44% 2645th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.38% 1250th/3984 |
35.06% 1573rd/4487 |
25.75% 1757th/6822 |
23.52% 1476th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rosalind"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosalind" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.