Holding steady.
Popularity of Roselinda since 1940
Babies named Roselinda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 37 |
| 1950s | 50 |
| 1960s | 36 |
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Roselinda is a rare and lyrical name that blends two well-loved elements: Rose, the floral classic, and Linda, which was a top name in the mid-20th century. First recorded in U.S. data in 1940, it reached its highest point of use in 1947, the peak year, consistent with Linda's enormous popularity at that time. Since then, its usage has remained very low, with no recent spike according to trajectory data showing a stable pattern. The name has not appeared in any top state rankings, further underscoring its rarity. Roselinda never entered the top 1000, and its one-in-N figure is not available due to the small number of births. It remains a distinctive choice that combines vintage charm with floral appeal.
Roselinda is a combination of the names Rose (from Latin rosa, referring to the flower) and Linda (from Spanish and Italian, meaning 'pretty'). It emerged in the early 20th century, likely influenced by literary or theatrical sources rather than traditional naming patterns. The name remains rare, with its peak usage in the 1940s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rose, Rosie, Linda, Lindy
Sibling names for Roselinda
Names that share Roselinda's style, for a brother or sister.
