Rosaura Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rosaura has Spanish origins and means 'rose.' It evolved from the word 'rosa' and has been used in various forms. The name embodies traits of beauty and elegance, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosaura"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈzɔːrə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Rosaura is derived from the Spanish word 'rosa,' meaning 'rose,' combined with the suffix '-aura,' which is often used in feminine names.
Meaning
rose
Language Evolution
Rosa, Rosaura
Historical Usage
Rosaura gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world, particularly in the 19th century, often associated with romantic and poetic imagery.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosa, Rosie, Aurora
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Rosaura is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nature.
Famous People
Rosaura de Jesús, Rosaura Sánchez
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 85 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rosaura"
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 "Rosaura"
"Rosaura" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3344th of 9107 | 133 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3759th of 9204 | 107 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2284th of 12526 | 447 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2150th of 19264 | 621 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2855th of 27321 | 610 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4246th of 35406 | 516 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10581st of 30306 | 108 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosaura" 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 "Rosaura" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
63.40% 1500th/2366 |
79.42% 907th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
65.07% 1531st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
59.84% 1454th/2430 |
43.18% 1232nd/2853 |
55.96% 1553rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
76.00% 2232nd/2937 |
55.81% 1944th/3483 |
40.70% 1432nd/3518 |
28.49% 1152nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
72.40% 3240th/4475 |
40.22% 2089th/5194 |
22.94% 1449th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
43.99% 3217th/7313 |
32.78% 2446th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
- |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rosaura"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosaura" 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 "Rosaura" in the United States
The name Rosaura is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Rosaura has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Rosaura' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3344th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3759th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2284th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2150th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2855th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4246th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10581st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosaura' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.