Roswell
Roswell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Horse spring or rose spring.
Origin and history
Roswell is a masculine name of Old English origin, derived from place names meaning 'horse spring' or 'rose spring'. It has historically been a rare given name in the United States, though it is famously recognized due to the city in New Mexico. Today, it remains an uncommon choice with an intriguing vintage style.
Popularity in the United States
1,411 babies in the United States have been named Roswell since 1880. It ranks #3308 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1886.
States where it is most popular
- NY (76.1 %)
- GA (13.7 %)
- MI (5.1 %)
- NC (2.5 %)
- PA (2.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 39 |
| 1890-1900 | 88 |
| 1900-1910 | 38 |
| 1910-1920 | 276 |
| 1920-1930 | 302 |
| 1930-1940 | 168 |
| 1940-1950 | 154 |
| 1950-1960 | 103 |
| 1960-1970 | 75 |
| 1970-1980 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 37 |
| 1990-2000 | 11 |
| 2000-2010 | 22 |
| 2010-2019 | 20 |
| 2020-2029 | 41 |
Famous people named Roswell
- Roswell L. Gilpatric: Lawyer, Government Official
Nicknames
Ross, Roz
Fun facts
- The name is globally recognized due to Roswell, New Mexico, famous for the 1947 UFO incident.
- It originated as an English surname derived from a location referring to a spring frequented by horses or surrounded by roses.