Rosa
Rosa is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Rose, the flower.
Origin and history
Rosa is a classic name derived from the Latin word for the rose flower. Though predominantly used as a feminine name, it historically appeared occasionally as a male given name in official U.S. birth records. In the contemporary United States, it is exceedingly rare as a masculine name.
Popularity in the United States
1,173 babies in the United States have been named Rosa since 1880. It ranks #3522 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (48.6 %)
- CA (45.5 %)
- SC (4 %)
- NC (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 23 |
| 1900-1910 | 21 |
| 1910-1920 | 88 |
| 1920-1930 | 166 |
| 1930-1940 | 171 |
| 1940-1950 | 124 |
| 1950-1960 | 118 |
| 1960-1970 | 101 |
| 1970-1980 | 109 |
| 1980-1990 | 145 |
| 1990-2000 | 82 |
| 2000-2010 | 20 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name directly reflects the Latin word 'rosa', referring to the aromatic flower.
- Over 1,000 males were recorded with the first name Rosa in U.S. SSA records, primarily in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.