Rosalind

Meaning & origin

The female first name Rosalind comes from Old English and means "beautiful rose". It is composed of the words "hros" for horse and "lind" for gentle or beautiful. The name is mainly popular in England and the USA and has a long tradition. The meaning of the name is reflected in the symbolism of the rose as a flower of love and beauty.

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Famous people with the first name Rosalind

• Rosalind Hicks British daughter of author Agatha Christie
• Rosalind Franklin British biochemist
• Rosalind Chao American actress
• Rosalind Eleazar British film actress
• Rosalind Russell Actor

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