MallowbyNames

Rosene

ro-ZEEN · Rose-like, or a variant of Rose.

Peak popularity
1922
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Rosene since 1915

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

4711192019602000Most births 1922Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s10
1920s47
1930s25
1940s18
1950s30
1960s10
1970s5
1980s36
1990s34
2000s31
2010s29
2020s13

Meaning & origin

Rosene is a rare elaboration of the timeless Rose, a name that first entered U.S. records in 1915 and reached its modest peak in 1922. Over the past century, the name has maintained a stable but low-key presence, with very few annual births recorded. In 2025, it did not rank among the top names, and its one-in-N ratio remains unavailable due to its rarity. The name was most common in the 1920s, reflecting the era's taste for ornate floral names. Despite its lack of widespread popularity, Rosene carries a delicate, vintage charm that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. Its simple derivation from Rose, combined with the elegant suffix, gives it a soft, feminine quality. As a modern English coinage, it fits seamlessly with other flower-based names while offering a unique alternative to the more common Rosalind or Rosemary.

Rosene is a feminine name derived from the flower name Rose, with the addition of the suffix -ene, which may have been influenced by names like Josephine or Irene. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1915, with its peak usage in 1922. The name has remained in sporadic use, primarily in English-speaking countries, and is generally considered a modern elaboration of the classic Rose.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Rose, Rosie

Variants: Roseen, Rosine, Rozene

Sibling names for Rosene

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Rosene mean?
Rosene is derived from the flower name Rose, so it carries the meaning 'rose' or 'rose-like.' It is typically seen as a feminine elaboration of Rose.
How popular is the name Rosene?
Rosene has never been a highly popular name. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1915, with a peak in 1922. In recent years, its usage has been very rare, and it does not rank in the top 1000 names.
Is Rosene a boy or girl name?
Rosene is almost exclusively used as a feminine name.