Roselle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Roselle originated from the French name Rosalie, which is rooted in the Latin word for rose. The name has evolved through historical forms like Rosa and Rosalia. It carries the meaning of 'rose' and does not have biblical relevance. The name became popular in the 19th century and is associated with charm and femininity.
The name Roselle is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. 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, Roselle 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, 'Roselle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1290th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1719th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2368th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4399th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9069th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14985th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7854th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roselle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roselle"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈzɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Roselle is derived from the French name 'Rosalie', which ultimately comes from the Latin word 'rosa', meaning 'rose'.
Meaning
rose
Language Evolution
Rosa, Rosalia, Roselle
Historical Usage
The name Roselle gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in French-speaking regions and among those with a fondness for floral names.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosalie, Rosetta, Rosa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Roselle is perceived as a charming and feminine name, often associated with beauty and nature due to its floral roots.
Famous People
Roselle, the courageous dog who saved her owner during a fire., Roselle H. Schmidt, a notable artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roselle"
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 "Roselle"
"Roselle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1290th of 9107 | 640 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1719th of 9204 | 406 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2368th of 12526 | 423 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4399th of 19264 | 210 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9069th of 27321 | 113 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14985th of 35406 | 77 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7854th of 30306 | 169 |
Regional Popularity of "Roselle" 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 "Roselle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.17% 1121st/1416 |
61.78% 852nd/1379 |
67.03% 1586th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
86.48% 1337th/1546 |
70.63% 1099th/1556 |
95.75% 2253rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
55.76% 1355th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
76.78% 3105th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roselle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roselle" 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.