Rosalynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rosalynn is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'rose lake'. It evolved from the Latin 'rosa' and the diminutive or locative 'lyn'. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, and is perceived as elegant and classic. It has no biblical relevance but is associated with notable figures like Rosalynn Carter.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosalynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊzəˌlɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Rosalynn is derived from the Latin elements 'rosa' meaning 'rose' and 'lyn' which is a diminutive suffix or can refer to 'lake' or 'water'.
Meaning
rose lake
Language Evolution
Rosa, Rosalinda, Rosalynn
Historical Usage
The name Rosalynn gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, partially due to its use in popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosalinda, Rose, Lynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rosalynn is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Rosalynn Carter, Rosalynn S. H. Huang
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 170 peak births in 2020
Geographic Spread
Popular across 25 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rosalynn"
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 "Rosalynn"
"Rosalynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4767th of 9204 | 62 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3194th of 12526 | 260 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2735th of 19264 | 432 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3834th of 27321 | 403 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3680th of 35406 | 629 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1625th of 30306 | 1,616 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosalynn" 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 "Rosalynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
86.82% 2550th/2937 |
73.41% 2557th/3483 |
65.83% 2316th/3518 |
48.05% 1943rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
90.41% 4046th/4475 |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
47.35% 2991st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
80.27% 4145th/5164 |
49.84% 3645th/7313 |
50.42% 3763rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.82% 1188th/3984 |
45.11% 2024th/4487 |
27.87% 1901st/6822 |
27.79% 1744th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rosalynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosalynn" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Rosalynn" in the United States
The name Rosalynn is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Rosalynn has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Rosalynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4767th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3194th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2735th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3834th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3680th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1625th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosalynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.