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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: roh-zah-LIN-dah //roʊ.zəˈlɪn.də//
Origin: Spanish; Italian
Meaning: Spanish: 'pretty rose'; Italian: 'rose'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rosalinda has its roots in the Latin elements "rosa," meaning "rose," and "linda," which is derived from the Spanish word for "beautiful" or "pretty." The combination of these elements suggests a meaning akin to "beautiful rose." The name evolved through various linguistic stages, beginning with Latin, where "rosa" was a common term for the flower, and later influenced by the Old Spanish and Italian forms that incorporated the term "linda." By the time it entered English usage, it had been popularized through literary and cultural channels, particularly during the Renaissance when floral imagery was prevalent in poetry and art. Historically, the name Rosalinda can be traced back to the medieval period, gaining prominence in the 16th century.
It is notably associated with the character Rosalind from William Shakespeare's play "As You Like It," written in 1599. This character is often celebrated for her intelligence and strength, contributing to the name's enduring appeal in literature.
Additionally, the name appears in various cultural contexts, including music and art, which further solidified its presence in European languages. Culturally, the rose has long been a symbol of love and beauty, which enhances the significance of the name Rosalinda.
The combination of beauty and floral imagery resonates with themes of romance and femininity, making it a favored choice in various artistic expressions. The name has also inspired diminutive forms, such as Rosa or Linda, which have their own historical significance and usage across different cultures.
Overall, Rosalinda embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage, reflecting the beauty and complexity of its origins.
Famous people named Rosalinda
In this section, you will find notable people named Rosalinda. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Rosalinda who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Rosalinda who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Rosalinda Celentano is an actress best known for The Passion of the Christ, The Last of the High Kings, and The Stendhal Syndrome.
Rosalinda Rodriguez is a singer best known for her work in the Latin music genre and her albums such as 'La Reina de la Salsa'.
Rosalinda is a character in the telenovela 'Rosalinda', which starred Thalía.
Fictional characters named Rosalinda
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Rosalinda is a fictional character from the telenovela Rosalinda. She is the main protagonist who navigates love and betrayal while seeking to reclaim her family's honor.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rosalinda was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Rosalinda has ranked as high as #1281 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Illinois, Arizona, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Rosalinda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Rosalinda is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Rosalinda was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Rosalinda.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 86 | 0 | 86 |
| 2024 | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| 2023 | 106 | 0 | 106 |
| 2022 | 98 | 0 | 98 |
| 2021 | 104 | 0 | 104 |
| 2020 | 102 | 0 | 102 |
| 2019 | 89 | 0 | 89 |
| 2018 | 94 | 0 | 94 |
| 2017 | 118 | 0 | 118 |
| 2016 | 107 | 0 | 107 |
| 2015 | 93 | 0 | 93 |
| 2014 | 109 | 0 | 109 |
| 2013 | 98 | 0 | 98 |
| 2012 | 104 | 0 | 104 |
| 2011 | 120 | 0 | 120 |
| 2010 | 90 | 0 | 90 |
| 2009 | 124 | 0 | 124 |
| 2008 | 175 | 0 | 175 |
| 2007 | 167 | 0 | 167 |
| 2006 | 195 | 0 | 195 |
| 2005 | 136 | 0 | 136 |
| 2004 | 176 | 0 | 176 |
| 2003 | 162 | 0 | 162 |
| 2002 | 187 | 0 | 187 |
| 2001 | 211 | 0 | 211 |
| 2000 | 334 | 0 | 334 |
| 1999 | 148 | 0 | 148 |
| 1998 | 106 | 0 | 106 |
| 1997 | 117 | 0 | 117 |
| 1996 | 122 | 0 | 122 |
| 1995 | 135 | 0 | 135 |
| 1994 | 159 | 0 | 159 |
| 1993 | 147 | 0 | 147 |
| 1992 | 127 | 0 | 127 |
| 1991 | 181 | 0 | 181 |
| 1990 | 178 | 0 | 178 |
| 1989 | 180 | 0 | 180 |
| 1988 | 173 | 0 | 173 |
| 1987 | 151 | 0 | 151 |
| 1986 | 200 | 0 | 200 |
| 1985 | 190 | 0 | 190 |
| 1984 | 178 | 0 | 178 |
| 1983 | 195 | 0 | 195 |
| 1982 | 227 | 0 | 227 |
| 1981 | 260 | 5 | 255 |
| 1980 | 257 | 0 | 257 |
| 1979 | 240 | 0 | 240 |
| 1978 | 241 | 0 | 241 |
| 1977 | 220 | 0 | 220 |
| 1976 | 214 | 0 | 214 |
| 1975 | 186 | 0 | 186 |
| 1974 | 194 | 0 | 194 |
| 1973 | 194 | 0 | 194 |
| 1972 | 241 | 0 | 241 |
| 1971 | 234 | 0 | 234 |
| 1970 | 237 | 0 | 237 |
| 1969 | 268 | 0 | 268 |
| 1968 | 230 | 0 | 230 |
| 1967 | 191 | 0 | 191 |
| 1966 | 243 | 0 | 243 |
| 1965 | 260 | 0 | 260 |
| 1964 | 245 | 0 | 245 |
| 1963 | 273 | 0 | 273 |
| 1962 | 262 | 0 | 262 |
| 1961 | 275 | 0 | 275 |
| 1960 | 275 | 0 | 275 |
| 1959 | 235 | 0 | 235 |
| 1958 | 270 | 0 | 270 |
| 1957 | 213 | 0 | 213 |
| 1956 | 270 | 0 | 270 |
| 1955 | 213 | 0 | 213 |
| 1954 | 246 | 0 | 246 |
| 1953 | 239 | 0 | 239 |
| 1952 | 274 | 0 | 274 |
| 1951 | 265 | 0 | 265 |
| 1950 | 293 | 0 | 293 |
| 1949 | 300 | 0 | 300 |
| 1948 | 235 | 0 | 235 |
| 1947 | 210 | 0 | 210 |
| 1946 | 170 | 0 | 170 |
| 1945 | 96 | 0 | 96 |
| 1944 | 85 | 0 | 85 |
| 1943 | 59 | 0 | 59 |
| 1942 | 51 | 0 | 51 |
| 1941 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 1940 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1939 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1938 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1937 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1936 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1935 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1934 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1933 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1932 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1929 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1928 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1927 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1925 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1919 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1918 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1914 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Top States for Rosalinda (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 18 | |
| TX | 12 | |
| IL | 6 |