Rose is a girl’s baby name of English and French origin. The name is centuries old and it is clear to see why. With such a beautiful namesake as the rose this is a classic and timeless name for a baby girl.

Meaning of the name Rose:

English, French: famous type, the rose flower

Origin of the name Rose:

Rose is a name of English and French origin. The name is derived from the Old Norman-Germanic name Hrodohaidis. The name evolved to Roese and Rohese when adopted by the English and French.

Symbolism of the name Rose:

Roses are traditionally associated with romance and love but roses have many different meanings depending on color and style. Roses can symbolize purity, friendship, and pleasure.

Style of the name Rose:

traditional

Gender of the name Rose:

Rose is a girl's name.

Pronunciation of the name Rose:

ROZ

Number of syllables in the name Rose:

one

Emotion evoked from the name Rose:

Rose evokes feelings of refinement and grace.

Alternative spellings for the name Rose:

Roze, Roes, Rhose

Nicknames for the name Rose:

Popularity of the name Rose:

According to the Social Security Administration, Rose is a traditional baby name that was at its most popular in 1900 at #18 and it slowly decreased in popularity until 2004 when it started becoming more popular once again. As of 2020 it had risen back to #113.

Related names for the name Rose:

Great middle names for the name Rose and their meanings:

Famous people with the name Rose:

  • Rose Byrne (American actress)
  • Rose McGowan (American actress)
  • Rose Kennedy (American philanthropist)
  • Rose “Rosie” Stone (American singer)
  • Roses Gabor (British singer)
  • Rose “Joan” Taylor (American actress)

Roses in popular culture:

  • Rose DeWitt Bukater (film, “Titanic”)
  • Rose Granger-Weasley (literature, Harry Potter series)
  • Rose Quartz (television, Steven Universe)
  • Rose Hathaway (literature, Vampire Academy series)
  • Rose Tico (film, Star Wars series)
  • Rose Walker (comics, Sandman series)