Rosalie

Rosalie is a feminine given name of Latin origin. It derives from Rosalia, related to rosa, the Latin word for "rose," and has long been associated with the rose flower. The name is linked to the ancient Roman festival Rosalia, which celebrated roses and nature. Through Latin and European usage, Rosalie spread to many languages and cultures, acquiring multiple spellings and variants.

Variants and related names include Rosalia, Rosaline, Rosalind, Rosalyn, Rosalía, and Rosie as a nickname. The English form Rosalie is common in the United States and other Anglophone countries; in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking contexts, Rosalia or Rosália may be used, and in Italian the form Rosalia is also found. Pronunciation varies by language.

In culture, Rosalie appears as a given name for fictional characters in literature, film, and television. A widely known bearer is Rosalie Hale, a character in Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight series. The name is used in other works as well, reflecting its enduring popularity as a classic, feminine choice.