"little rose, dear rose"
Origin: Latin
Language: Italian
Rosella
Pronunciation: [ r-ohz-EHL-uh ]
Girl Name
#2,324 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
An Italian gem meaning little rose
Italian
Spanish
English
Australian
Elegant
Vintage
Whimsical
Classic
Meaning & Origin
"rose, beautiful flower"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
The Story of Rosella
Rosella is an Italian and Spanish diminutive of Rosa, derived from the Latin rosa meaning rose. The -ella suffix, meaning little or dear, transforms Rose into Little rose — a name that suggests both tenderness and beauty. Rosella also gained recognition as the name of a spectacularly colorful Australian parrot, the Rosella, named after Rose Hill near Parramatta in New South Wales where the birds were first observed by Europeans.
Rosella experienced its greatest popularity in Italy and among Italian-American communities in the early 20th century. It is experiencing a revival alongside other vintage floral names like Rosalie, Celestine, and Arabella among parents seeking romantic, old-world names.
In Italian culture, rose names carry associations with the Madonna and feminine virtue. Rosella has also become associated with Australia through the Rosella parrot, one of Australia's most vividly colored native birds, making it a name with both European elegance and southern hemisphere wildness.
Fun Facts
- The Rosella parrot of Australia is named after Rose Hill near Parramatta where it was first documented
- Rosella is a popular brand of tomato sauce in Australia, contributing to its name recognition there
Rosella in Other Languages
French
Roselle
German
Rosabell
English
Rosella
Italian
Rosella
Spanish
Rosela
Famous People Named Rosella
R
Rosella Hightower
Artist
1920
American-born prima ballerina who became a celebrated figure in European ballet
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,324
- Total SSA Count
- 79
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish English Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Rose
Rosie
Ella
Rosi
Pairs Well With
Rosella Grace
Rosella Jane
Rosella Marie
Rosella Claire
Rosella May
Rosella Pearl
Rosella Louise
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Rosella is also used as a boy name, ranked #31361.
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Same Origin Names (Italian)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rosella
What does the name Rosella mean?
"little rose, dear rose" (from Latin). "rose, beautiful flower" (from Latin). Rosella is an Italian and Spanish diminutive of Rosa, derived from the Latin rosa meaning rose. The -ella suffix, meaning little or dear, transforms Rose into Little rose — a name that suggests both tenderness and beauty. Rosella also gained recognition as the name of a spectacularly colorful Australian parrot, the Rosella, named after Rose Hill near Parramatta in New South Wales where the birds were first observed by Europeans.
What is the origin of the name Rosella?
Rosella has Latin, Italian, Spanish, English, and Australian origins. In Latin, it means "little rose, dear rose". In Latin, it means "rose, beautiful flower".
Is Rosella a boy or girl name?
Rosella is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2324. As a boy name, it is ranked #31361. Rosella is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Rosella?
Rosella is pronounced r-ohz-EHL-uh.
How popular is the name Rosella?
Rosella is currently ranked #2324 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Rosella?
Common nicknames for Rosella include Rose, Rosie, Ella, and Rosi.
What are good middle names for Rosella?
Popular middle name pairings include Rosella Grace, Rosella Jane, Rosella Marie, Rosella Claire, Rosella May, Rosella Pearl, and Rosella Louise.
What are good sibling names for Rosella?
Names that pair well with Rosella as siblings include Arabella, Isadora, Celestine, Raffaella, Leo, Matteo, and Nico.
How many syllables does Rosella have?
Rosella has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Rosella a common or rare name?
Rosella is an uncommon name, ranked #2324 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Rosella
Rosella is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, English, and Australian origins . The name means "little rose, dear rose" in Latin .
Is Rosella a boy or girl name? Rosella is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,324 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #31,361. Rosella is more commonly used as a girl name.
Rosella is currently ranked #2,324 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Rosella has 3 syllables and is pronounced r-ohz-EHL-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Rosella include Rose, Rosie, Ella, and Rosi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rosella include Rose, Rosemary, Roselyn, Roselynn, Rosemarie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.