Rosalene

“little rose” — Associated with romantic imagery

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14824US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

478All-time births

📅 Since 191600

What does Rosalene mean and where does it come from?

Rosalene is a variant of Rosaline, which is derived from the Latin name Rosalia. The name Rosalia means 'rose festival,' celebrating the beauty of roses. It was popularized in English-speaking countries during the 19th century and has often been associated with romantic imagery. Notable people inclu

Cultural significance

Rosalene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of little rose.

Peak popularity

Reached #1542 in 1938 — currently #14824 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Rosalene?

Rosalene works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Rosalene Grace

How popular is Rosalene right now?

Rising fast — up 86 spots — currently #14824 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#14824 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14824	6	▲ up 86
2021	#14910	6	▼ down 1442
2020	#13468	6	▲ up 3127 · +20% births
2015	#16595	5	▼ down 10682 · -17% births
1960	#5913	6	▼ down 2354 · -40% births
1950	#3559	10	▼ down 278 · +11% births
1945	#3281	9	▼ down 747 · -25% births
1940	#2534	12	▼ down 822 · -43% births
1935	#1712	21	▲ up 584 · +40% births
1930	#2296	15	▲ up 634 · +25% births
1925	#2930	12	▲ up 1399 · +71% births
1920	#4329	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rosalene

Best Year1935Rank #1712

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7196

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202312 years

The story of Rosalene

Rosalene entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 478 total births recorded, Rosalene remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4329 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14824 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Rosalene in 1938:

Mary Barbara Patricia Betty Shirley

Rosalene by decade

Rosalene peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	27
1920s	117
1930s ★	143
1940s	81
1950s	42
1960s	16
2010s	46
2020s	6

💎Rosalene has only 478 total recorded births since 1916 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Rosalene?

Common

RosRosieRosyEne

What names sound and feel like Rosalene?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Rosalene also consider these

Roselene

English · French/English

Rosalyne

English · Latin/French

Royalene

American · A variation of

Rosaline

France · Rose; beautiful rose

Novalene

English · A beloved name

Rozalee

English · English

Donalene

American · A name derived

Coralene

USA · English

Common questions about the name Rosalene

What does the name Rosalene mean?

Rosalene means "little rose" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Rosalene?

Rosalene is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Rosalene have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Rosalene?

Rosalene originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Rosalene?

Rosalene pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Rosalene trending right now?

Rosalene is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.