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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Rosalene works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Rosalene Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Rosalene Rose
Floral · soft ending
Rosalene Mae
Sweet · timeless
Rosalene Claire
French influence · crisp
Rosalene Jane
Literary · strong
Rosalene Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Rosalene right now?
Rising fast — up 86 spots — currently #14824 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| 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 | — |
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:
Rosalene by decade
Rosalene peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 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?
What names sound and feel like Rosalene?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Rosalene also consider these
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.