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Rossy

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Pronounced ROS-ee /ˈrɑs.i/High

Meaning: Pet form of Rosa/Rosario — from Latin rosa, 'a rose' — 'little rose'Medium

In 30 seconds: Sweet little rose: Rossy pets Rosa/Rosario — 'a rose'. Cheerful, warm, and Latina-bright.
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Origin MediumLatin, Spanish
MeaningPet form of Rosa/Rosario — from Latin rosa, 'a rose' — 'little rose'
U.S. rank (2025)#7079 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births16 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 604

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201519842025

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

Rossy is a pet form of Rosa or Rosario — from Latin rosa, 'a rose', the flower of love and beauty. A cheerful, warm, Latina-bright nickname-name; the -y styling personalizes it.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, a-rose at the root, and cheerful.

Did you know? Rosa means 'a rose' (Latin) — Rossy is a cheerful Spanish pet form (of Rosa or Rosario); sweet and bright.
Overall data confidence 65%
Behind the Name — Rosa — root etymology

Variations

RosyRosieRossi

Nicknames

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Rosy— a fellow spelling
Rosie— a companion spelling
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rossy mean?

Rossy pets Rosa/Rosario — Latin 'a rose'.

How do you pronounce Rossy?

It's said ROS-ee /ˈrɑs.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rossy a boy or girl name?

Rossy is a girl's name.

How popular is Rossy?

Rossy is a rare name in the U.S.

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