How Many People Are Named Rosita?

Complete statistics for the name Rosita: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Rosita
Very Rare
Spanish

Rosita means 'little rose' in Spanish, making it both sweet and rare, only 1 in 66,908 Americans have this name. With around 4,932 people named Rosita living today, most are over 60, reflecting its older-generation popularity.

~4,932
Living in US
1 in 66,908
Americans
1966
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Little rose
🌐
Origin
Spanish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Charming Gentle Romantic
1
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 1 are natural leaders who inspire others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

35,384
Worldwide Bearers
#2,817
Global Rank
🇩🇪 Germany
5,423
🇮🇹 Italy
5,205
🇳🇱 Netherlands
2,029
🇪🇨 Ecuador
1,961
🇳🇬 Nigeria
1,653
🇧🇪 Belgium
1,648
🇨🇱 Chile
1,628
🇦🇷 Argentina
1,560
🇨🇴 Colombia
1,358
🇸🇪 Sweden
1,009

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
4,932 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 63
815
Would be under 30 (12%)
1,949
Would be 30–60 (29%)
3,919
Would be over 60 (59%)

All 6,683 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1966

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
65
Modern Appeal
35
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Rosita Through the Generations

Rosita has seen its highest birth rate in 1966 with 139 births, marking a peak that's now part of history. Today, the name's trend shows a slow rise, indicating it's becoming more popular among younger generations. The current age distribution reveals a significant skew towards older individuals, with 59% being over 60, while 815 are under 30, suggesting a gradual shift in its usage.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 1,113
California 840
New York 597
Arizona 252
New Mexico 203
Illinois 178
Hawaii 115
New Jersey 81
Pennsylvania 69
Florida 36

⭐ Famous People Named Rosita

Rosita is a feminine given name. Notable people with the name include:Rosita Amores, Spanish singer and burlesque performer Rosita Arenas, Mexican actress Rosita Baltazar (1960–2015), Belizean choreographer, dancer, dance instructor and director Rosita Bradborn, Filipino lawn bowler Rosita Contreras (1913–1962), Argentine actress, singer and vedette Rosita Fernández (1918–2006), American singer, humanitarian, and actress Rosita Forbes (1890–1967), English travel writer and explorer Rosita van Gijlswijk, Dutch politician Rosita Díaz Gimeno (1908–1986), Spanish actress Rosita Marstini (1887–1948…

Full list on Wikipedia →

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Rosita's Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Rosita

How Many People Have the Name Rosita?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,932 people in the United States currently share the name Rosita. That works out to roughly 1 in every 66,908 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Rosita a Common or Rare Name?

Rosita is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Rosita Mean?

Rosita means "little rose" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Rosita in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Rosita Most Popular?

The name Rosita reached peak popularity in 1966, with 139 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Rosita?

Approximately 4,932 people named Rosita live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,683. That works out to roughly 1 in 66,908 Americans.

Is Rosita a rare name?

Rosita is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 66,908 Americans has this name.

What does the name Rosita mean?

Rosita means "little rose" and comes from Spanish origins.

Is Rosita more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Rosita are male and 100% are female.

When was Rosita most popular?

Rosita peaked in 1966 with 139 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US4,932
All-Time Births6,683
1 in X1 in 66,908
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age63
Peak Year1966
World Rank#2,817
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.