Rising since 2000, #7,885 for girls today.
Popularity of Roselina since 1985
Babies named Roselina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 74 |
Meaning & origin
Roselina entered U.S. birth records in 1985 as a modern elaboration of the classic Rose, combining it with the melodic suffix -lina that echoes popular names like Angelina and Carolina. As of 2025, it ranks 7,885th, meaning roughly 1 in every 123,636 newborn girls is named Roselina. The name is on an upward trajectory, with its peak popularity occurring in 2024. It saw a pronounced rise beginning around 2000, reflecting a broader trend toward ornate, multi-syllabic feminine names. While no single state recorded a statistically significant concentration, Roselina's gentle sound and floral associations make it a sweet, contemporary choice that feels both familiar and fresh.
Roselina is a modern elaboration of the name Rose, combining it with the popular suffix -lina seen in names like Angelina and Carolina. It can be considered a variant of Rosalina, which itself derives from the Latin "rosa" (rose) combined with "lina" (a diminutive or feminine suffix). The name began appearing sporadically in U.S. records around 1985 and has seen increased use in the 2020s, likely influenced by the fashion for lyrical, multi-syllabic girl names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rose, Rosie, Lina, Rosa
Sibling names for Roselina
Names that share Roselina's style, for a brother or sister.
