A 1930s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Rosalene since 1916
Babies named Rosalene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 27 |
| 1920s | 117 |
| 1930s | 144 |
| 1940s | 81 |
| 1950s | 42 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Rosalene is a delicate and uncommon name that emerged in the early 20th century as part of the vogue for elaborate Rose variants. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1916, during a period when names ending in '-ene' and '-ine' were fashionable. Its popularity peaked in 1938, aligning with the decade of the 1930s, when it saw its highest usage. After decades of decline, the name has been gradually rising in use since 2009, possibly due to vintage name revival trends. Currently, Rosalene is extremely rare, with an estimated 1 in 267,878 girls receiving the name in 2025. Its sounds and style fit alongside other early 20th-century floral and feminine names like Evelyn and Hazel, suggesting it may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet historically grounded choice.
Rosalene is a modern English elaboration of Rose, influenced by the Latin 'rosa' (rose) and the suffix '-lene'. It is closely related to Rosaline and Rosalyn, which gained popularity in the 19th century. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1916 and saw peak use in the 1930s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rose, Rosie, Lena, Rosa
Sibling names for Rosalene
Names that share Rosalene's style, for a brother or sister.
