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Rosevell

A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly meaning "rose valley".

Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Rosevell. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rosevell today is around 60 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rosevell births was 1932 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Rosevell. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Rosevell. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

1

~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans

Peak year

1932

5 babies that year

Average age

60

years old

1932 SSA rank

#4,197

Tracked since 1932

Popularity

Rosevell: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Rosevell by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Rosevell during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1930s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Rosevell

The name Rosevell is an intriguing blend of linguistic and cultural influences, tracing its roots back to the ancient civilizations of the Mediterranean. Its origins can be traced to the Latin language, where the word "rosa" signified the beloved rose flower, a symbol of beauty, love, and passion since time immemorial. The suffix "vell" is believed to have its foundations in the ancient Etruscan language, with connections to the word "vellio," meaning "to blossom" or "to flourish."

This unique combination of Latin and Etruscan elements suggests that the name Rosevell may have emerged during the period when the Roman Empire held sway over the Italian peninsula and beyond. It is conceivable that the name was bestowed upon individuals born during the spring or summer months, when the vibrant and fragrant blooms of roses adorned the landscape.

While no definitive historical records exist detailing the earliest uses of the name Rosevell, it is believed to have been carried across Europe by the Romans and their conquests. Remnants of the name can be found in ancient texts and inscriptions scattered throughout the Mediterranean region, hinting at its enduring appeal and cultural significance.

Amongst the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Rosevell was a Roman soldier from the 2nd century AD, whose name was etched onto a tombstone discovered in the ruins of Pompeii. Another notable figure was Rosevell of Antioch, a scholar and philosopher who lived in the 5th century AD and authored several treatises on the principles of virtue and morality.

As the centuries passed, the name Rosevell continued to resonate across various cultures and civilizations. One such individual was Rosevell ibn Khalid, a renowned Arab poet and musician who graced the courts of the Abbasid Caliphate in the 9th century AD, renowned for his evocative verses celebrating the beauty of nature and the human spirit.

In the annals of European history, the name Rosevell found resonance during the Renaissance period, with Rosevell Medici, a prominent member of the illustrious Medici family of Florence, who served as a patron of the arts and contributed significantly to the city's cultural and artistic renaissance.

Crossing the Atlantic, the name Rosevell made its mark in the Americas with Rosevell Hawthorne, a Native American chief and diplomat from the 17th century, who played a pivotal role in fostering peaceful relations between Indigenous tribes and European settlers in the New England region.

These are but a few examples of the individuals who have borne the name Rosevell throughout history, each contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization and leaving an indelible mark on the world around them.

People

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FAQ

Rosevell: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Rosevell?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rosevell going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.

Is Rosevell a common name?

We classify Rosevell as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Rosevell most popular?

The single biggest year for Rosevell was 1932, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rosevell is about 60 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Rosevell in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Rosevell a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rosevell in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Rosevell still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Rosevell in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Rosevell can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many people share the name Rosevell?

For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.

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