A 1890s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Rosina since 1880
Babies named Rosina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1924, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Rosina's real moment was 1890.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 144 |
| 1890s | 268 |
| 1900s | 288 |
| 1910s | 754 |
| 1920s | 1,108 |
| 1930s | 548 |
| 1940s | 385 |
| 1950s | 434 |
| 1960s | 363 |
| 1970s | 301 |
| 1980s | 240 |
| 1990s | 196 |
| 2000s | 165 |
| 2010s | 215 |
| 2020s | 165 |
Meaning & origin
Rosina is a name with strong Italian and Spanish roots, meaning 'little rose.' It was most popular in the United States in the 1890s, peaking in 1890, and has seen a slow but steady comeback since 2004. In 2024, it ranked 5,722nd nationally, with about 1 in every 76,537 newborn girls receiving the name. Its highest concentration of use has historically been in Pennsylvania, reflecting the state's Italian American heritage. Though never very common, Rosina retains a gentle, vintage charm that appeals to parents looking for a name with a romantic, floral meaning and a classic European feel.
Rosina is a diminutive of Rosa, the Latin word for rose, used in Italian, Spanish, and other Romance languages. The name Rosa itself has been in use since the early Christian era, often associated with Saint Rosa of Lima. Rosina became popular in the 19th century, particularly in Italian-speaking regions, and has been used in English-speaking countries as well, often as a variant of Rose.
Where Rosina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rosie, Rosa, Rosi, Ina
Sibling names for Rosina
Names that share Rosina's style, for a brother or sister.
