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Roz

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Pronounced ROZ /ˈrɒz/Medium

Meaning: A short, one-beat form of Rosalind (Germanic, 'tender horse' or, by folk link, 'beautiful rose') or of Rose (the flower). Crisp and vintage; we note it honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp one-beat name: Roz shortens Rosalind or Rose (said 'ROZ'). Vintage and no-nonsense.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningA short, one-beat form of Rosalind (Germanic, 'tender horse' or, by folk link, 'beautiful rose') or of Rose (the flower). Crisp and vintage; we note it honestly.
U.S. rank (2022)#17291 ↘ Falling
2022 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1946
Total births (all-time)≈ 57

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196019462022

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

Roz stands as a one-beat short form of Rosalind or Rose, with a brisk, vintage charm. It reads no-nonsense and warm — rare in the U.S. as a standalone name (said 'ROZ').

It appears only rarely as a full given name in the U.S. Rare, crisp, and vintage.

Did you know? Roz is a short, one-syllable form of Rosalind ('tender horse,' or by folk link 'beautiful rose') or of Rose — crisp and vintage, which we note honestly (said 'ROZ').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Roz — short form of Rosalind/Rose

Variations

RosRozzRoza

Nicknames

RozzieRo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Roz mean?

Roz is a short form of Rosalind ('tender horse,' or by folk link 'beautiful rose') or of Rose.

How do you pronounce Roz?

It's said ROZ /ˈrɒz/ — one syllable.

Is Roz a boy or girl name?

Roz is a girl's name.

How popular is Roz?

Roz is an extremely rare name in the U.S. as a full given name.

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