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Rosaleen

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Pronounced ROH-zə-leen /ˈroʊ.zə.lin/High

Meaning: From Rosaleen — an anglicized form of the Irish Roisin, 'little rose' (Latin rosa, 'a rose')Medium

In 30 seconds: Little rose: Rosaleen is the Irish 'little rose'. Soft, lyrical, and warm (Dark Rosaleen, a poetic name for Ireland).
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Origin MediumLatin, Irish
MeaningFrom Rosaleen — an anglicized form of the Irish Roisin, 'little rose' (Latin rosa, 'a rose')
U.S. rank (2025)#6504 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,217

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919152025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Rosaleen is an anglicized form of the Irish Roisin, 'little rose' (from Latin rosa, 'a rose', plus a diminutive). Famous as 'Dark Rosaleen' (Roisin Dubh), a tender poetic name for Ireland herself. A soft, lyrical, romantic name; nicknames Rosa or Rosie.

In the U.S. it appears in Irish families. Rare, little-rose at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Rosaleen is an anglicized form of the Irish Roisin, 'little rose' (Latin rosa) — famous as 'Dark Rosaleen', a poetic personification of Ireland; soft and lyrical.
Overall data confidence 72%
References — Roisin — etymology

Variations

RoisinRosalineRosalind

Nicknames

RosaRosie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rosaleen mean?

Rosaleen is an Irish form of Roisin — 'little rose'.

How do you pronounce Rosaleen?

It's said ROH-zə-leen /ˈroʊ.zə.lin/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rosaleen a boy or girl name?

Rosaleen is a girl's name.

How popular is Rosaleen?

Rosaleen is a rare name in the U.S.

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