Holding steady.
Popularity of Rozell since 1913
Babies named Rozell per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1955, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Rozell's real moment was 1919.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 65 | 33 |
| 1920s | 123 | 92 |
| 1930s | 91 | 77 |
| 1940s | 39 | 95 |
| 1950s | 32 | 100 |
| 1960s | 0 | 63 |
| 1970s | 0 | 53 |
| 1980s | 0 | 40 |
| 1990s | 0 | 22 |
| 2000s | 0 | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Rozell is an exceedingly rare given name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1915. Its peak year was 1919, but even then the number of births was very small. The name has remained steadily uncommon over the decades, with no recorded uptick in recent years. As of 2025, it continues to be used only occasionally. The name's origins are unclear; it is likely an Americanized variant of a surname or a respelling of Roselle. Despite its obscurity, Rozell has a straightforward pronunciation and a soft, modern feel. It has not been concentrated in any particular state, suggesting scattered usage across the country. Parents choosing Rozell today may appreciate its rarity and understated charm.
Rozell is a rare given name, likely a modern coinage or a variant of the name Roselle, which itself can be a diminutive of Rose or a variant of Rachel. It may also be a transferred use of the surname Rozell, which has English origins. The name has seen minimal usage in the United States, first recorded in 1915, with a small peak in 1919.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Roz, Zell
Sibling names for Rozell
Names that share Rozell's style, for a brother or sister.
