Rosina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rosina is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'little rose'. It evolved from 'Rosa' and gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine form. The name embodies traits of beauty and elegance, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Rosina is most popular in New Mexico, 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, Rosina 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, 'Rosina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 697th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1019th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1628th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2431st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4210th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7018th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5183rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosina"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈziːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Rosina is derived from the Latin word 'rosa', meaning 'rose'. It is often interpreted as 'little rose' or 'rose-like'.
Meaning
little rose
Language Evolution
Rosa, Rosina, Rosinae
Historical Usage
Rosina gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Europe, as a feminine form of Rosa and was often used in literature and opera.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosa, Rose, Rosie
Modern Popularity & Image
Rosina is viewed as a charming and elegant name, often associated with beauty and femininity. It is less common today but retains a classic appeal.
Famous People
Rosina Lhevinne, a prominent pianist and music educator, Rosina Vokes, an early 20th-century actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rosina"
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 "Rosina"
"Rosina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 697th of 9107 | 1,942 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1019th of 9204 | 948 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1628th of 12526 | 787 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2431st of 19264 | 518 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4210th of 27321 | 354 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7018th of 35406 | 263 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5183rd of 30306 | 304 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosina" 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 "Rosina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.76% 832nd/1416 |
24.95% 344th/1379 |
84.07% 1989th/2366 |
64.36% 735th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
77.88% 1204th/1546 |
35.99% 560th/1556 |
- |
43.96% 680th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
83.74% 1865th/2227 |
41.52% 1009th/2430 |
- |
59.60% 1654th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
59.78% 2082nd/3483 |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
42.43% 1716th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
63.78% 2854th/4475 |
- |
51.12% 3229th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
- |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Rosina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosina" 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.