gender neutral
Roosevelt
field of roses
About Roosevelt
Choose Roosevelt, and you're not just selecting a name - you're making a statement about expectations and aspirations. This presidential moniker carries the weight of history while inspiring future achievement. Parents who choose Roosevelt clearly envision great things for their son, seeing in him the potential for leadership and positive change.
The name's multiple syllables create a sense of importance and formality, while its familiar place in American history keeps it grounded and accessible. Roosevelt offers versatile nickname options, from Roose to Rosie to Velt, allowing the bearer to adapt his identity to different situations and life stages.
Boys named Roosevelt often feel a certain responsibility to live up to their name's legacy, frequently developing interests in public service, politics, or social causes. The name commands respect in professional settings while maintaining warmth in personal relationships. For families who believe in the power of names to shape destiny, Roosevelt offers a compelling choice.
Popularity of the Name Roosevelt
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1895 | #636 |
| 1896 | #963 |
| 1897 | #919 |
| 1898 | #874 |
| 1899 | #391 |
| 1900 | #241 |
| 1901 | #166 |
| 1902 | #116 |
| 1903 | #98 |
| 1904 | #94 |
| 1905 | #91 |
| 1906 | #108 |
| 1907 | #110 |
| 1908 | #131 |
| 1909 | #156 |
| 1910 | #144 |
| 1911 | #168 |
| 1912 | #208 |
| 1913 | #245 |
| 1914 | #269 |
| 1915 | #314 |
| 1916 | #284 |
| 1917 | #321 |
| 1918 | #305 |
| 1919 | #279 |
| 1920 | #301 |
| 1921 | #296 |
| 1922 | #297 |
| 1923 | #276 |
| 1924 | #285 |
| 1925 | #269 |
| 1926 | #259 |
| 1927 | #263 |
| 1928 | #248 |
| 1929 | #251 |
| 1930 | #238 |
| 1931 | #246 |
| 1932 | #171 |
| 1933 | #132 |
| 1934 | #149 |
| 1935 | #179 |
| 1936 | #180 |
| 1937 | #190 |
| 1938 | #195 |
| 1939 | #209 |
| 1940 | #203 |
| 1941 | #209 |
| 1942 | #229 |
| 1943 | #239 |
| 1944 | #238 |
| 1945 | #236 |
| 1946 | #284 |
| 1947 | #294 |
| 1948 | #273 |
| 1949 | #267 |
| 1950 | #273 |
| 1951 | #291 |
| 1952 | #285 |
| 1953 | #290 |
| 1954 | #287 |
| 1955 | #300 |
| 1956 | #303 |
| 1957 | #315 |
| 1958 | #343 |
| 1959 | #360 |
| 1960 | #359 |
| 1961 | #384 |
| 1962 | #394 |
| 1963 | #380 |
| 1964 | #401 |
| 1965 | #415 |
| 1966 | #437 |
| 1967 | #443 |
| 1968 | #445 |
| 1969 | #475 |
| 1970 | #474 |
| 1971 | #508 |
| 1972 | #521 |
| 1973 | #558 |
| 1974 | #541 |
| 1975 | #571 |
| 1976 | #562 |
| 1977 | #596 |
| 1978 | #657 |
| 1979 | #623 |
| 1980 | #607 |
| 1981 | #676 |
| 1982 | #689 |
| 1983 | #730 |
| 1984 | #664 |
| 1985 | #704 |
| 1986 | #767 |
| 1987 | #748 |
| 1988 | #776 |
| 1989 | #783 |
| 1990 | #849 |
| 1991 | #913 |
| 1992 | #956 |
| 1993 | #961 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Roosevelt
Names Similar to Roosevelt
Nicknames for Roosevelt
- Rose
- Rosey
- Roosey
- Velt
