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Rosamund

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Rosamund Pronunciation

Rosamund is pronounced ROZ-uh-mund /ˈrɒz.ə.mənd/High

Meaning: 'horse protection'; reinterpreted as 'pure rose'Medium

In 30 seconds: A medieval name meaning 'horse protection' in its Germanic roots — and lovingly reread over time as 'pure rose'.

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Origin HighGerman, Latin

Meaning'horse protection'; reinterpreted as 'pure rose'

U.S. rank (2024)#7858 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 193

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Rosamund comes from Germanic hros, 'horse', and mund, 'protection'. Medieval readers reshaped it into Latin rosa munda, 'pure rose', giving it its floral aura.

Carried by the legendary 'Fair Rosamund' of English lore, the name balances a tough old root with a soft rose meaning.

Did you know? The Latin-looking 'rosa munda' (pure rose) and 'rosa mundi' (rose of the world) are charming later reinterpretations of a Germanic name.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Rosamund — Germanic origin, rose reinterpretation

Variations

RosamondRosamunde

Nicknames

RosaRoseRoz

Famous Bearers

★Rosamund Pike (1979–present)
English actress known for Gone Girl and Pride & Prejudice.

If you like Rosamund…

Rosalind— another rose-flavored medieval girls' name

Rosa— the Latin rose name at its heart

Rose— the flower meaning it was reread as

Adalind— shares Rosamund's German roots

Rosaline— shares Rosamund's Latin roots

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How do you pronounce Rosamund?

Rosamund is pronounced ROZ-uh-mund (/ˈrɒz.ə.mənd/). Press play above to hear Rosamund said aloud.

How do you say Rosamund?

Rosamund is said ROZ-uh-mund (/ˈrɒz.ə.mənd/). Press play above to hear Rosamund said aloud.

What does the name Rosamund mean?

Rosamund is of German origin and means ''horse protection', later read as 'rose of the world''.

Is Rosamund a boy or girl name?

Rosamund is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Rosamund?

Rosamund is a rare, vintage name in the U.S..