Roosevelt

At a Glance

Meaning

Rose field (or possibly 'rush field')

Origin

Dutch (surname, transferred to given-name use)

Gender

Neutral

Pronunciation

ROH-zuh-veltListen

Roosevelt started out as a Dutch surname before it crossed over into use as a given name, and today it's a name for any gender. You'll often hear it explained simply as meaning 'rose field,' but that's not the full story — it could just as easily come from a different Dutch farm name meaning 'rush field,' and the exact origin is genuinely uncertain. Said ROH-zuh-velt, it's grouped with bohemian, globe-trotting, nature-loving name styles.

Meaning & Origin of Roosevelt

Meaning: Rose field (or possibly 'rush field').

Origin: Dutch (surname, transferred to given-name use).

A common claim: rose field Actually: Commonly given as simply 'rose field', but the source could equally be a different Dutch farm name meaning 'rush field' — the exact origin is genuinely uncertain.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Roosevelt

Popularity of Roosevelt

Roosevelt's biggest year on record was 1905, when 264 babies got the name and it ranked #91 nationally; by 2024 that had dropped to just 26 babies, putting it at #4150.

Names Like Roosevelt

These names share Roosevelt’s style, era or origin.

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FAQ

What does the name Roosevelt mean?

Rose field (or possibly ‘rush field’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Roosevelt?

Roosevelt is pronounced ROH-zuh-velt (IPA: /ˈroʊzəvɛlt/).

Is Roosevelt a popular name right now?

Roosevelt peaked at #91 in 1905 and is ranked #4150 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1895–2024.)

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