Rosevelt
Rosevelt is a boy's name of Dutch origin.
Meaning
Rose field.
Origin and history
Rosevelt is a variant spelling of Roosevelt, derived from a Dutch surname meaning 'rose field'. Historically used as a given name in the United States, it pays homage to prominent American political figures. Its usage peaked in the early-to-mid 20th century and is now quite rare.
Popularity in the United States
3,074 babies in the United States have been named Rosevelt since 1880. It ranks #2327 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MS (28 %)
- SC (16.6 %)
- AL (12.9 %)
- GA (12.8 %)
- LA (9.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 289 |
| 1910-1920 | 469 |
| 1920-1930 | 606 |
| 1930-1940 | 816 |
| 1940-1950 | 463 |
| 1950-1960 | 226 |
| 1960-1970 | 97 |
| 1970-1980 | 44 |
| 1980-1990 | 49 |
| 1990-2000 | 15 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Rose, Rosie, Rosy
Fun facts
- The given name arose in American culture primarily to honor U.S. Presidents Theodore and Franklin D. Roosevelt.
- The original surname comes from the Dutch words 'roose' (rose) and 'velt' (field).