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Name meaning & originRozalia

/ro-ZAL-yah/

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Rozalia is a Polish girl's name pronounced /ro-ZAL-yah/. A beautiful and classic name referring to the timeless grace of the rose flower.

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Meaning of Rozalia

A beautiful and classic name referring to the timeless grace of the rose flower.

Rozalia is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'rosarium' meaning 'rose garden' or 'wreath of roses'. Historically, it gained prominence through Saint Rosalia, the patron saint of Palermo, and was later adopted into Polish and other Slavic cultures through the influence of the Catholic Church.

Origin
Polish
Pronunciation
/ro-ZAL-yah/

Cultural background

In Poland, the name is a classic choice that saw a peak in the early 20th century and is currently experiencing a modern revival. It is frequently associated with the traditional Polish 'imieniny' (name day) celebrated on September 4th.

Variations & nicknames

  • Rosalia
  • Rozalka
  • Rózia
  • Rosalie
  • Lia
  • Roza

Famous people named Rozalia

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Saint Rosalia

    The patron saint of Palermo who lived as a hermit in a cave.

    Religion · 12th century

  • Rozalia Mancewicz

    Polish beauty pageant titleholder crowned Miss Polonia 2010.

    Fashion · 2010s-present

  • Rozalia Lubomirska

    Polish noblewoman known for her presence in the French court during the Revolution.

    Politics · 18th century

  • Rosalia de Castro

    Galician writer and poet, a central figure of the Rexurdimento movement.

    Literature · 19th century

  • Rosalía Vila Tobella

    Grammy-winning Spanish singer and songwriter known globally as Rosalía.

    Music · 2010s-present

Frequently asked about Rozalia

What does Rozalia mean?
Rozalia means 'rose' or 'rose garden,' derived from the Latin word 'rosa'.
How do you pronounce Rozalia?
In Polish, it is pronounced as roh-ZAH-lyah.
Is Rozalia a boy or girl name?
Rozalia is a feminine name used exclusively for girls.
When is the name day for Rozalia?
The most common name day for Rozalia in Poland is celebrated on September 4th.

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