Holding steady.
Popularity of Roslind since 1946
Babies named Roslind per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 14 |
| 1950s | 28 |
| 1960s | 68 |
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Roslind is a rare feminine name first recorded in the United States in 1946, with its highest frequency occurring in 1970. While it has never ranked among the top 1000 names, its usage has remained stable, according to Social Security data. The name is a variant of Rosalind, which itself has medieval roots and was famously used by Shakespeare. Roslind offers a more streamlined spelling of the classic name, appealing to parents who want a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice. Top states where it has appeared include scattered records rather than concentrated popularity.
Roslind is likely a variant spelling of Rosalind, a name of uncertain origin that may derive from the Germanic elements hros 'horse' and lind 'gentle, soft', or from the Latin rosa 'rose' combined with linda 'beautiful'. The name Rosalind entered English usage in the Middle Ages and was popularized by Shakespeare's comedy As You Like It. Roslind, with its simplified spelling, emerged in the 20th century as a less common alternative, first recorded in the United States in 1946.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Roz, Lindy, Rosie
Sibling names for Roslind
Names that share Roslind's style, for a brother or sister.
