Rosel
Fact sheet
- Name
- Rosel
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first names Rosel and Rösel are diminutives for girls that have their origin in Upper German and are derived from the names Rosa or Rose.
What does the name Rosel mean?
Rosel and Rösel are first names for girls that represent an Upper German diminutive of Rosa or Rose. The name means 'the rose' and originates from the Latin word rŏsa, which likely derives from the Ancient Greek ródon (ρόδον) meaning 'the flow of fragrance'. Furthermore, Rosel could also be seen as a variant of the ancient Germanic name Roza, which is considered a short form for names containing the elements 'Ros-' or 'Roz-'. In this context, the name means 'the glorious' or 'the honorable' and is derived from the Old High German hruod, meaning 'glory', 'honor', 'distinction', and 'praise'. The first name has only spread in the German-speaking area since around the 19th century. Popular variants include Roselia, Rosalie, and Rosalia. Other forms are Rosi, Rosie, Rosy, Rosl, Rosea, Rosee, Ros, Rozsa, Roosa, and Roos. Diminutives include Röschen, Rösla, Rösli, Roselle, Rosella, Roseta, Rosetta, Rosette, Rosine, Rosika, Rositha, Rosita, Rositta, and Rosarina.
How do you pronounce Rosel?
The pronunciation of Rosel: The name is two syllables and is usually pronounced as 'Ro-sel' [ˈʁoːzəl]. The long 'o' sound in the first syllable conveys expansiveness and calm, while the voiced 's' adds a delicate, resonant note. The gentle ending in -el provides a harmonious, slightly fading conclusion. Rosel thus appears friendly and classic - the sound is round and the resonance subtle.
When is the name day of Rosel?
The name day for Rosel is celebrated on May 7, August 23, September 4, and October 7.
Popularity
Rosel is a rather rare name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was in 2017, when it reached 1,518th place. In the last ten years, Rosel has been given as a first name about 70 times, placing it 2,941st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,190th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ro / Rose / Rosi
Famous people
- Rosel George Brown (American writer)
- Rosel Nitsche (rower from Germany)
- Rosel Zech (actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Rosel
What does the name Rosel mean?
The name Rosel means 'the rose' and can also be interpreted as 'the glorious', based on its Old High German roots.
Is Rosel a gender-neutral name?
Rosel is traditionally a girl's name and is primarily used for girls.
What nicknames are there for Rosel?
Popular nicknames for Rosel include Ro, Rose, and Rosi.
How is the name Rosel pronounced?
The name Rosel is usually pronounced as 'Ro-zell', with the emphasis on the first syllable.