Roselia

“little rose”

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6871US 2023

17Births / yr

↓Falling

736All-time births

📅 Since 190800

How to pronounce Roselia

RAW·sul·EYE·uh

/ˈrɔ.səl.ˈaɪ.ə/ · stress on RAW · 4 syllables

“little rose”

Spain origin · Girl name

What does Roselia mean and where does it come from?

Roselia is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word 'rosa', meaning 'rose'. It is used predominantly in Spanish-speaking and Italian-speaking countries. The name evokes notions of beauty and delicacy, symbolized by the rose flower. It is often given to girls born in spring or during a time

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #2095 in 1908 — currently #6871 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Roselia?

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

Roselia Grace

How popular is Roselia right now?

Falling — down 1104 spots — currently #6871 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#6871 · Top 5.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6871	17	▼ down 1104 · -23% births
2022	#5767	22	▼ down 400 · -8% births
2021	#5367	24	▲ up 689 · +26% births
2020	#6056	19	▲ up 5828 · +138% births
2015	#11884	8	▲ up 1624 · +14% births
2010	#13508	7	▼ down 5433 · -42% births
2000	#8075	12	▲ up 766 · +33% births
1995	#8841	9	▼ down 890 · -10% births
1990	#7951	10	▲ up 477 · +43% births
1985	#8428	7	▼ down 2455 · -36% births
1980	#5973	11	▼ down 1334 · -15% births
1975	#4639	13	▲ up 3520 · +160% births
1970	#8159	5	▼ down 2860 · -29% births
1960	#5299	7	▼ down 532 · +40% births
1945	#4767	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Roselia

Best Year1925Rank #3821

Peak Count24

Average Rank#6902

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202318 years

The story of Roselia

Roselia entered American naming records in 1908 and has been in use for over 116 years. With 736 total births recorded, Roselia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4605 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6871 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Roselia in 1908:

Mary Helen Margaret Ruth Anna

Roselia by decade

Roselia peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	12
1910s	33
1920s	59
1930s	51
1940s	38
1950s	21
1960s	46
1970s	72
1980s	86
1990s ★	115
2000s	81
2010s	103
2020s	19

💎Roselia has only 736 total recorded births since 1908 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Roselia?

Common

RosRosieRosyElia

What names sound and feel like Roselia?

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

Rogelia

Spain · little rock, a

Poland · derived from the

Romelia

Spanish · she who belongs

Spain · gift from God

Common questions about the name Roselia

What does the name Roselia mean?

Roselia means "little rose" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Roselia?

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

What is the cultural origin of Roselia?

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

How do you pronounce the name Roselia?

Roselia is a four-syllable name pronounced R AO1 S AH0 L AY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Roselia?

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