Roswell
Pronunciation: [ r-AHSW-ehl ]
Roswell is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,818 in the US, popular nicknames include Ros, Roy, and Rosie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Roswell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 339 babies have been named Roswell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Roswell is past its peak , currently ranked #8,818 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,818
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Nicknames
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About the Name Roswell
Roswell is a boy name .
Roswell is currently ranked #8,818 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Roswell include Ros, Roy, Rosie, and Roswie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis