Rosalinda
Rosalinda is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Gentle horse or beautiful rose.
Origin and history
Rosalinda is a classic Latinate name derived from Germanic elements meaning gentle horse or rose. It has been used continuously in the United States, particularly within Spanish-speaking and Italian-American communities. With over 15,000 recorded female births in the U.S. since 1880, it remains a recognized and graceful choice.
Popularity in the United States
15,628 babies in the United States have been named Rosalinda since 1880. It ranks #1244 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1531.
States where it is most popular
- TX (56.7 %)
- CA (27.6 %)
- IL (3.9 %)
- AZ (3.1 %)
- FL (2.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 25 |
| 1920-1930 | 52 |
| 1930-1940 | 144 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,279 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,518 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,522 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,201 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,006 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,420 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,867 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,022 |
| 2020-2029 | 572 |
Famous people named Rosalinda
- Rosalinda Cannavò: Actress, Model
- Rosalinda Celentano: Actress
Nicknames
Rose, Rosie, Rosa, Linda
Fun facts
- Originally derived from Germanic 'hros' (horse) and 'linde' (soft/gentle), it was later reinterpreted in Romance languages to mean 'beautiful rose'.
- Variations of the name appear in classic literature and opera, emphasizing romantic and heroic themes.