Find out how popular the first name Rosea has been for the last 2 years (from 1983 to 1984) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rosea by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Rosea is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1984, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Rosea.

The history of the first name Rosea

The name Rosea has its origins in Latin, derived from the word "rosa," which means "rose." This name gained popularity during the Renaissance period, particularly in Italy and other parts of Europe where the rose held significant symbolism.

In ancient Roman culture, the rose was associated with the goddess Venus, representing love, beauty, and fertility. The name Rosea was often bestowed upon babies born in the spring, symbolizing the renewal of life and the blooming of nature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rosea can be found in the writings of the Roman poet Ovid, who lived from 43 BC to 17 AD. In his famous work "Metamorphoses," he mentions a character named Rosea, a nymph who was transformed into a rose by the gods.

During the Middle Ages, the name Rosea gained a religious connotation, as it was associated with the Virgin Mary, who was often referred to as the "Mystic Rose" or the "Rose of Sharon" in Catholic traditions.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Rosea. One of the earliest was Rosea Doria (1180-1260), an Italian nun and mystic who founded the Order of the Humiliates and was later canonized as a saint.

In the 16th century, Rosea Pico della Mirandola (1494-1533) was an Italian noblewoman and scholar known for her expertise in philosophy, theology, and languages.

In the 19th century, Rosea Luxemburg (1871-1919) was a Polish-born revolutionary and theorist who played a significant role in the formation of the communist movement in Germany.

Another notable figure was Rosea Parks (1913-2005), an African American civil rights activist who became famous for her pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott, a crucial event in the fight against racial segregation in the United States.

In the realm of literature, Rosea Austen (1775-1817) was a renowned English novelist known for her novels such as "Pride and Prejudice" and "Sense and Sensibility," which continue to be widely read and studied today.

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