Names That Mean Rose

The masculine version of Rosen, pronounced ROH-zen, is a German and Bulgarian name, commonly seen as an element in Ashkenazi Jewish surnames. But Rosen, pronounced ROZ-en, is a modern Cornish word name used predominantly for girls.

Simple but sultry.

Most contemporary parents would probably opt for the more streamlined Elle.

This sweet and simple name has origins in both Yiddish and Slavic, each with an equally appealing meaning.

The most popular flower name in Israel, though that popularity does not extend to the US.

The original Greek spelling of Rhoda, derived from the name of the goddess Rhodos. Variation Rhodé frequently comes and goes from the Netherlands' Top 500. This is pronounced like RO-dee, rather than like road or Rhoda.

Reminiscent of Sarai, with a beautiful floral meaning.

A mashup of two of the most popular baby names today, Rose and Bella, that's still comparatively undiscovered in the US. Just 69 American baby girls were named Rosabella in 2016. It feels more Italianate and vivacious than Rosalind or Rosamund -- if also less refined.

A combination of Spanish rosa "rose" and aurea "gold". This name was used by Pedro Calderón de la Barca for a character in his play Life Is a Dream (1635), and more recently by Mexican author Laura Esquivel in her 1989 novel Como agua para chocolate.

Related to the Arabic Warda, Vered is a strong sounding nature name with a sweet floral meaing.

An authentic choice for your little Irish Rose, chosen by singer Sinead O'Connor for her daughter.

A pretty and lively diminutive form of Rosalia.

A dramatic botanical smoosh name that's starting to gain attention among adventurous baby namers. If Primrose feels a little... well, prim for you, Wildrose could be a daring alternative.

Variant of Wildrose

One of many Spanish elaborations of Rosa.

Rosalie has officially been revived, breaking into the Top 200 in 2020. And as with many on-trend baby names, the creative spellings have started to roll in. Rosalee is one of the least offensive, although our preference remains the original.

From the vocative case of Irish rós meaning "rose". Róise and Róisín are more common related names.

From the vocative case of Irish rós meaning "rose". Róise and Róisín are more common related names.

A beautiful English surname that's also a type of richly colored timber, Rosewood makes an interesting spin on the Rose names for a boy. It is also the surname of Dr Beaumont Rosewood, Jr from the Fox police drama series Rosewood.

Gülce is derived from the Turkish word for "rose," gül.