Roswell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROZ-well / /ˈrɒz.wɛl/English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'from the horse's spring'; Old English: 'rose well'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Roswell has roots in Old English, where it is derived from a place name. It gained some popularity in the United States, particularly in the 20th century. The name is often associated with the city of Roswell, New Mexico, which is known for its UFO-related folklore. Additionally, the name has been used in various cultural references, including literature and television.
Trend Summary
The name Roswell has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with notable peaks during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ros
- Well
International Variants
- Rosal (Spanish)
- Roswell (English)
Famous people named Roswell
Roswell P. Flower was an American politician who served as the Governor of New York in the late 19th century.
Roswell B. Mason was a notable American businessman and politician in the 19th century.
Roswell Rudd was an American jazz trombonist known for his contributions to avant-garde jazz.
Roswell Smith was a prominent American architect known for his work in the early 20th century.
Fictional characters named Roswell
Roswell is a character in the television series 'Roswell', which revolves around alien encounters.
Roswell is also the name of a character in the comic series 'Roswell: The Alien Chronicles', which explores themes of extraterrestrial life.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Roswell was first seen in the United States in 1880. Roswell has ranked as high as #821 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in New York, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Roswell has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Roswell (1958)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1882 | 8 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1891 | 20 |
| 1892 | 14 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 17 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 22 |
| 1913 | 24 |
| 1914 | 28 |
| 1915 | 34 |
| 1916 | 28 |
| 1917 | 35 |
| 1918 | 45 |
| 1919 | 48 |
| 1920 | 42 |
| 1921 | 33 |
| 1922 | 33 |
| 1923 | 24 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1925 | 28 |
| 1926 | 37 |
| 1927 | 30 |
| 1928 | 22 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 21 |
| 1936 | 20 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 20 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 25 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |