Will my child share the name Rosalind with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 18 UK babies named Rosalind per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Rosalind in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Rosalind becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Rosalind is declining: down 647 places since 2020, to #1,639 in 2025. It peaked at #455 in 1996.

Is Rosalind a good choice for a distinctive name?

Rosalind is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Rosalind?

Notable people named Rosalind include: Rosalind Brewer and Rosalind Halstead.

Is Rosalind a popular baby name in the United States?

Rosalind does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #1639

Rosalind

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Rosalind is a distinctive choice, ranked #1639 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Rosalind in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Rosalind

Rosalind has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 903 places in five years. It was most popular in 1996 at #455 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Rosalind is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Rosalind in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Rosalind

Rosalind Brewer — Rosalind G.
Rosalind Halstead — Rosalind Halstead is a British actress, model and former ballet dancer from London.
Rosalind Hicks — Rosalind Margaret Clarissa Hicks was the only child of author Agatha Christie.

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