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.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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'
