Rosie given name

Rosie is a feminine given name derived from Rose, which has Latin origins. It is a diminutive form and can be a nickname for names like Rosalie or Rosemary. Historically popular in England, Wales, and Scotland during the early 21st century and Victorian times, Rosie has been less common as a given name in the United States since the 1980s.

Notable individuals with the name include Rosie O’Donnell, an American comedian and talk show host, and Rosie Jones, a British comedian. In music, Rosie Flores and Rosie Smith are known for their contributions, while in politics, Rosie Cooper is a British politician, and Rosie Méndez is an American politician. Sports figures like Rosie Napravnik, an American jockey, and Rosie Fuentes, the main character of *Rosie's Rules*, also feature prominently.

Fictional Rosies appear across various media: Rosie Banks in *Brookside*, Rosie Colton in *Doctors*, and Rosie Cotton in *The Lord of the Rings*. She is also featured in children’s TV shows like *Neighbours* and *Rainbow Rangers*.