Gentle horse or beautiful rose
Derived from the Germanic elements 'hros' (horse) and 'lind' (soft, tender, or flexible). In the medieval period, it was reinterpreted via Latin 'rosa linda' to mean 'beautiful rose'. It gained literary fame through Spenser and Shakespeare.
Less common today
Rosalind isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,210 in 2017.
Chemist whose work was central to understanding DNA structure
Golden Age Hollywood actress known for 'His Girl Friday'
The witty and resourceful protagonist who disguises herself as Ganymede · As You Like It
American actress known for 'The Joy Luck Club'
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
