Rozetta Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: roh-ZET-ah //roʊˈzɛtə//
Origin: Italian; Latin
Meaning: Italian: Rose; Latin: Little Rose
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rozetta is derived from the Italian name Rosetta, which itself is a diminutive form of Rosa, meaning "rose" in Latin. The Latin word "rosa" has its roots in the ancient Greek word "rhodon," which also translates to "rose." This etymological journey reflects a common practice in many languages where diminutive forms convey affection or endearment.
As the name evolved through various languages, it maintained its floral connotation, symbolizing beauty and love, which are often associated with the rose flower. Historically, the name Rozetta and its variants have been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it gained prominence during the Renaissance, a period marked by a renewed interest in classical art and literature.
The rose has been a significant symbol throughout history, often representing love and beauty in various literary and artistic works. The name's association with the rose can also be seen in religious contexts, where the Virgin Mary is often referred to as the "Mystical Rose," further enhancing the name's cultural resonance.
In addition to its floral significance, Rozetta has been linked to notable historical figures and saints. One such figure is Saint Rose of Lima, the first canonized saint of the Americas, who lived in the 16th century.
Her name, derived from the same root, has inspired many variations across different cultures, contributing to the name's enduring legacy. The name Rozetta, while less common than its counterparts, carries with it a rich tapestry of historical and cultural significance, reflecting themes of beauty, love, and spirituality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rozetta was first seen in the United States in 1910.
Rozetta has ranked as high as #3423 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Rozetta has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Rozetta 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 Rozetta 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 Rozetta.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 | 9 |
| 1972 | 11 | 11 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 |
| 1966 | 18 | 18 |
| 1965 | 7 | 7 |
| 1964 | 10 | 10 |
| 1963 | 10 | 10 |
| 1962 | 5 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 | 9 |
| 1959 | 13 | 13 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 11 | 11 |
| 1956 | 11 | 11 |
| 1955 | 13 | 13 |
| 1954 | 7 | 7 |
| 1953 | 13 | 13 |
| 1952 | 11 | 11 |
| 1951 | 13 | 13 |
| 1950 | 12 | 12 |
| 1949 | 22 | 22 |
| 1948 | 8 | 8 |
| 1947 | 6 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 | 7 |
| 1943 | 20 | 20 |
| 1942 | 13 | 13 |
| 1941 | 9 | 9 |
| 1940 | 7 | 7 |
| 1939 | 12 | 12 |
| 1938 | 13 | 13 |
| 1937 | 10 | 10 |
| 1936 | 12 | 12 |
| 1935 | 9 | 9 |
| 1934 | 9 | 9 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 | 5 |
| 1931 | 11 | 11 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 7 | 7 |
| 1928 | 14 | 14 |
| 1927 | 10 | 10 |
| 1926 | 11 | 11 |
| 1925 | 11 | 11 |
| 1922 | 12 | 12 |
| 1921 | 10 | 10 |
| 1920 | 8 | 8 |
| 1919 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 | 7 |
| 1915 | 5 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Rozetta
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.
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