Rosie
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Rose, the flower
Origin: English (diminutive)
Popularity: Ranked #283 in 2025 with 1,088 babies born.
History: Rosie surged in the 2010s-2020s as the most American version of Rose. Rosie the Riveter — the 'We Can Do It!' icon of World War II — is one of the most powerful images in American feminism. Rosie O'Donnell defined 1990s daytime TV. Rosie Batty fought domestic violence. The name carries working-class feminist power that transcends generations.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Rosie? About 1 in 3,059 babies born in 2025 were named Rosie, or roughly 3 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Rosie
What does the name Rosie mean?
Rosie means “Rose, the flower” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Rosie?
Rosie has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Rose, the flower”.
How popular is Rosie?
Rosie ranked #283 in 2025 — given to 1,088 babies that year.
When was Rosie most popular?
Rosie peaked in 1927 with 1,560 babies registered that year.
Is Rosie a boy or girl name?
Rosie is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Rosies in registered births are female.
Is the name Rosie rising or falling in popularity?
Rosie has risen 187 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #470 in 2020 to #283 in 2025.
How long has Rosie been recorded?
Rosie appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.