Rozel
A feminine diminutive form of Rose, derived from the flower name.
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Rozel. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rozel today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rozel births was 1924 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rozel. 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 Rozel. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1924
5 babies that year
Average age
-
1924 SSA rank
#4,848
Tracked since 1924
Popularity
Rozel: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Rozel 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 Rozel during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Rozel
The name Rozel is believed to have its origins in the Old French language, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the French word "rose," meaning the beautiful and fragrant flower. Some linguists suggest that the name may have been a diminutive form of the name Rosalie or Rose, with the suffix "-el" added to create a more distinctive and affectionate variation.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Rozel can be found in medieval French literature and records from the 13th century. It was not an uncommon name among noble families and the aristocracy during this period, often associated with grace, beauty, and refinement.
During the Renaissance era, the name Rozel gained popularity across Europe, particularly in France, Italy, and Spain. It was embraced by artists, poets, and intellectuals who appreciated its romantic and floral connotations. One notable figure from this time was Rozel de Caumont (1510-1571), a French noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her support of Renaissance artists and writers.
As the name spread throughout Europe, it also found its way to England. One of the earliest recorded English bearers of the name was Rozel Fairfax (1625-1680), a prominent English landowner and member of the gentry class. Her family was influential in the county of Yorkshire during the 17th century.
In the 18th century, the name Rozel appeared in various literary works, including novels and plays. A character named Rozel featured in the 1761 novel "The Vicar of Wakefield" by Oliver Goldsmith, further popularizing the name among English readers.
Another notable figure was Rozel Woodworth (1837-1911), an American educator and advocate for women's rights. She was a pioneer in establishing educational opportunities for women and played a significant role in the early women's suffrage movement in the United States.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the name Rozel was particularly popular in French-speaking regions, such as Quebec, Canada. One notable French-Canadian bearer of the name was Rozel Vien (1892-1968), a respected journalist and author who wrote extensively about the history and culture of Quebec.
While the name Rozel has never been among the most common names, it has maintained a consistent presence throughout history, often associated with grace, beauty, and a touch of romantic charm. Its origins in the Old French language and its connection to the rose flower have endured, making it a unique and evocative name choice across various cultures and time periods.
People
Rozel + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rozel as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rozel: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rozel?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rozel 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 - US residents.
Is Rozel a common name?
We classify Rozel as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% 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 Rozel most popular?
The single biggest year for Rozel was 1924, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rozel is about 0 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 Rozel in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rozel a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rozel 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 Rozel still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rozel 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 Rozel 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 are named Rozel?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.