MallowbyNames

Roselene

ROHZ-uh-leen · Derived from Rose and the suffix -lene, possibly meaning 'little rose' or 'rose-like'.

Peak popularity
1929
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Roselene since 1916

Babies named Roselene per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913192019602000Most births 1929Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s7
1920s59
1930s69
1940s43
1950s13
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s19
2020s12

Meaning & origin

Roselene is a gentle floral name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1916. Its peak usage came in 1929, when it saw the highest recorded number of newborns given the name. Since then, its trajectory has been stable but extremely rare, never entering the top 1000. The name combines the timeless Rose with the popular early-20th-century suffix -lene, sharing stylistic DNA with names like Marlene and Charlene. While no state has recorded particularly high usage, Roselene remains a vintage rarity for those seeking a delicate, rose-inspired name with a touch of old-fashioned charm.

Roselene is a modern English name formed by combining the classic floral name Rose with the feminine suffix -lene, which was popular in the early 20th century. This suffix appears in names like Marlene and Charlene, giving Roselene a vintage feel. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1916 and saw modest use, peaking in 1929.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Rose, Rosie, Lena, Rosa

Variants: Rosaline, Rosaleen, Roselyn

Sibling names for Roselene

Names that share Roselene's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Roselene mean?
Roselene is generally understood to mean 'little rose' or 'rose-like', combining the flower name Rose with a feminine suffix.
How popular is the name Roselene?
Roselene is a rare name; its peak popularity was in 1929, according to U.S. Social Security data. It has never ranked in the top 1000.
Is Roselene a boy or girl name?
Roselene is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.