Rose

Q: What is the origin of Rose?

Rose is of Latin origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Rose?

According to the latest SSA data, Rose is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Rose a boy name?

Rose is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Rose Flower"

From Latin rosa via European languages, used as a floral given name with longstanding symbolic associations.

Themes:flowerlatinsymbolismenglish

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Rose

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Rose did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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not ranked after 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Rose Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Rose.

8 ideas

rosy

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rose

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rosey

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roseo

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rie

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roseie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Rose

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Rose mean?

Rose means "Rose Flower". From Latin rosa via European languages, used as a floral given name with longstanding symbolic associations.

What is the origin of Rose?

Rose is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Rose?

According to the latest SSA data, Rose is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Rose a boy name?

Rose is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Rose?

Popular nicknames for Rose include rosy, rose, rosey, ro, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Rose?

There are many names similar to Rose in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin, English

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withR

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Anton Antony Austen Antone Artis

Sisters

Antonia Alta Avis Augusta Adrian

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