Origin, Meaning, And History Of Rosalie
Rosalie is a feminine name that is believed to be a Dutch, French, and German form of the Roman name Rosalia. Rosalia is ultimately derived from the Latin word ‘rosa’ which means ‘rose.’ Saint Rosalia, the patron saint of several cities in Italy, is regarded worldwide as a saint who is invoked during times of plague.
The name Rosalie is commonly pronounced as Ro-ze-lee, but its spelling and pronunciation can differ depending on languages and cultures. In French, it is pronounced as RAW-ZA-LEE, while in German, it is ro-za-LEE. In Dutch, the name may be spelled Rozalie, whereas, in English, it can be written as Rosalee or Rosaleigh. Additionally, the name has several variations, including Rosa, Roos, and Rosalee. Nicknames such as Rosa, Rose, Roz, or Rosie can go well with Rosalie.
The popularity of this name in English-speaking countries surged following the release of the American musical film Rosalie (1937), which had been adapted from a previous stage musical of the same name. The story revolves around the love affairs of a princess in disguise and a cadet from West Point.
Rosalie has been featured in several musical compositions by different artists. For instance, Swiss rapper Bligg included a song titled ‘Rosalie’ in his 2008 album 0816, while Bob Seger included a track named ‘Rosalie’ in his album Back in ’72. Thin Lizzy covered Seger’s song in tribute to Rosalie Trombley. Carlos released a song called ‘Rosalie’ in 1978, and Concrete Blonde included a track with the same title in their 2012 album.
The name Rosalie was featured in various works of fiction, including Rosalie Lamorlière from The Rose of Versailles, Rosalie Hale, a vampire in Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight series, Rosalie Murray/Rosalie Ashby in Anne Bronte’s Agnes Grey, and Rosalie Otterbourne in Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile.
Rosalie
Girl
Christianity
Latin
7
Three
1 word, 7 letters, 4 vowels, 3 consonants
Medium length and moderately easy to pronounce
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Famous People With The Name Rosalie
- Rosalie AllenAmerican country singer, known as the Queen of Yodeling; first woman inducted into the Country Music DJ Hall of Fame
- Rosalie CraigEnglish actress, noted for her performances in musical theatre; receiver of a London Evening Standard Award for Best Performance in a Musical
- Rosalie EdgeAmerican environmentalist and suffragist who founded the world’s first preserve for birds of prey in Pennsylvania
- Rosalie Anderson MacDowellAmerican actress and former fashion model, known for her roles in romantic comedies and dramas
- Rosalie Ellen WoodruffAustralian politician who represented Franklin in the Tasmanian House of Assembly since 17 August 2015
Rosalie On The Popularity Chart
Rosalie enjoyed marginal popularity in the US. Let’s look at the graphs below to better understand the name’s popularity and ranking trends.
Popularity Over Time
Following a prolonged period of low fame, Rosalie experienced a surge in popularity in 2008. To gain further insights, please refer to the graph below.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
Throughout the century, the name Rosalie has made several appearances in the top 1,000 names list. Check the graph below to see how the name has fared in the ranking chart.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Rosalie
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of the name Rosalie?
The name Rosalie means ‘rose.’
What is the origin of the name Rosalie?
Rosalie has a Latin origin.
How to pronounce the name Rosalie?
Rosalie is pronounced as raw-zuh-lee.
What are some nicknames for Rosalie?
Some common nicknames for Rosalie are Ro, Rose, Rosey, Rosy, Rosie, and Rosa. If you are looking for more unique variations to personalize the name Rosalie, you can also consider Sal, Ross, Rosalita, Ali, Lee, Lia, Roz, and Sally.
When was the name Rosalie popular?
The popularity of Rosalie has fluctuated over the years. It was popular until the mid-20th century in the US. It has seen a decline in usage since then but has been making a comeback in recent years. According to the SSA, 1682 girls were given this name in the US in 2022 (1).
What is the Irish version of Rosalie?
The Irish version of Rosalie includes Róise, a variant of Róis; Róis, which is the Irish form of Rose; Róisín, a diminutive of Róis, and Rosheen, which is an anglicized form of Róisín.
What middle name goes with Rosalie?
Rosalie is a Latin-origin name that means ‘rose.’ While selecting a middle name for Rosalie, you could consider names with similar meanings, such as Gul, Mawar, Rhoda, or Susanna. Additionally, you can use Latin names, such as Amanda, meaning ‘lovable,’ Amice, meaning ‘friend,’ or Beata, meaning ‘blessed.’
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- Popularity of Name Rosalie.
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