Rosalind
Rosalind: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹɑzəlɪnd/
Meaning and origin of Rosalind
Root meaning: “horse”
- A female given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
From Proto-Germanic *hrussą (“horse”) and *linþaz (“soft; weak, tender”), associated by medieval folk etymology with Spanish rosa linda "lovely rose".
How popular is Rosalind?
Since 1880, 27,136 girls in the U.S. have been named Rosalind. Its highest rank for girls was #292 in 1942. In 2025, 140 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Rosalind FAQ
What does the name Rosalind mean?
Rosalind traces back to a root meaning "horse". A female given name from the Germanic languages. From Proto-Germanic *hrussą (“horse”) and *linþaz (“soft; weak, tender”), associated by medieval folk etymology with Spanish rosa linda "lovely rose".
What is the origin of the name Rosalind?
Rosalind is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Rosalind?
Since 1880, 27,136 girls in the U.S. have been named Rosalind. Its highest rank for girls was #292 in 1942. In 2025, 140 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Rosalind a boy or girl name?
Rosalind is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 27,136 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.