Rosy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationROH-zee / /ˈroʊ.zi/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: Rose; English: Diminutive of Rose
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rosy is derived from the Latin word 'rosa', meaning rose. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century, often as a diminutive form of Rose. The rose has been a symbol of love and beauty throughout various cultures and histories. In English-speaking countries, Rosy has been popular as a feminine name, particularly in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
Rosy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the early 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rosie
- Rosey
International Variants
- Rosa (Spanish)
- Róisín (Irish)
- Rosa (Italian)
- Róża (Polish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rosy was first seen in the United States in 1882. Rosy has ranked as high as #1320 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Rosy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rosy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1887 | 9 |
| 1888 | 8 |
| 1889 | 9 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 12 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 25 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 37 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 43 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 54 |
| 2016 | 52 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 59 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 48 |