Rosaline

Meaning beautiful rose
Origin Latin
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 8
Syllables 3
Syllabification Ro-sa-line

About Rosaline

Shakespeare whispered this name into existence, and it continues to enchant with its literary pedigree and vintage charm. Rosaline offers a romantic alternative to the more common "Rosalie" or "Rosalind," with its three syllables creating a flowing, poetic rhythm that feels almost song-like. The name carries an old-world elegance, conjuring images of rose gardens, handwritten letters, and timeless femininity, yet it never feels dated or dusty. Rosaline's length provides substance and sophistication while the familiar "Rose" beginning ensures accessibility and recognition. Built-in nickname potential includes "Rose," "Rosa," "Rosie," or even "Lina," offering versatility as your daughter grows and her preferences evolve. The name balances sweetness with strength, managing to be both delicate and substantial simultaneously. Rosaline suits parents who appreciate names with literary connections, who value romance and beauty, and who want their daughter to carry something with depth and history. This is a name that ages gracefully, working equally well for a toddler and a woman of achievement.

Nicknames for Rosaline

Rose
Rosa
Rosie
Lina
Rosaline

Famous People Named Rosaline

Rosaline FranklinEnglish chemist known for her work on DNA structure
Rosaline Turck-BrouwerDutch politician and women's rights advocate
Rosaline CoxAustralian artist and educator
Rosaline SohSingaporean Paralympian swimmer
Rosaline TshakaSouth African actress and radio personality
Rosaline ElbayLibyan-American activist and writer
Rosaline HousmanEnglish suffragette and campaigner
Rosaline JohnWelsh author and journalist
Rosaline MeurerNigerian actress and model
Rosaline Margaret WattsBritish mathematician and computer scientist

Characters Named Rosaline

Rosaline MontagueCharacter in Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet"
Rosaline CapuletAdaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet"
Rosaline RoweCharacter in the book series "The Infernal Devices" by Cassandra Clare
Rosaline IvanovaCharacter in the novel "The Tsar of Love and Techno" by Anthony Marra
Rosaline MayfairCharacter in the novel "A Conspiracy of Kings" by Megan Whalen Turner
Rosaline ClarkeCharacter in the TV series "My So-Called Life"
Rosaline "Rosa" DiazCharacter in the TV series "Brooklyn Nine-Nine"
Rosaline PriceCharacter in the video game "Bloodborne"
Rosaline LalondeCharacter in the webcomic "Homestuck" by Andrew Hussie
Rosaline HollowayCharacter in the TV series "Scream"

Other Popular Names Beginning with R

Raelyn
Robyn
Rayne
Raven
Ryann
Regan
Roslyn
Rowyn
Rue
Regina