Rosellen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rosellen is an English name derived from Rose, meaning 'little rose.' It has evolved from historical forms like Rose and Rosel. The name conveys traits of beauty and femininity and gained popularity in the 20th century. It has no biblical relevance but is often associated with endearment. Notable people with this name include authors and politicians.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosellen"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈzɛlən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Rosellen is a diminutive form derived from the name Rose, which itself comes from the Latin word 'rosa,' meaning 'rose,' along with the diminutive suffix '-ellen,' often used in English to convey endearment.
Meaning
little rose
Language Evolution
Rose, Rosel, Rosellen
Historical Usage
The name Rosellen gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine given name, particularly in English-speaking countries, often seen as a modern variation of traditional names like Rose.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosie, Rose, Rosella
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Rosellen is perceived as a charming and unique name, often associated with beauty and femininity, and is less common than its root name Rose.
Famous People
Rosellen Brown - an American author and poet, Rosellen McAuliffe - an Australian politician
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1949
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Pennsylvania
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 "Rosellen"
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 "Rosellen"
"Rosellen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3138th of 9107 | 151 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2454th of 9204 | 231 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2894th of 12526 | 305 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9489th of 19264 | 52 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16492nd of 27321 | 31 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21584th of 30306 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosellen" 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 "Rosellen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
80.45% 1955th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rosellen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosellen" 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 "Rosellen" in the United States
The name Rosellen is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Rosellen has been stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Rosellen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3138th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2454th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2894th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9489th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16492nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21584th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosellen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.