Rozalia

Rozalia is a feminine given name primarily used in Poland and other Central and Eastern European communities. It is the Polish form of Rosalia, derived from the Latin Rosalia, associated with the festival of roses as well as the rose flower itself. The name carries traditional and religious associations in regions with Catholic influence.

The name is linked to Saint Rosalia of Palermo, a 12th-century Catholic saint venerated in Italy. Her feast day on September 4 has contributed to the name’s continued use in Catholic contexts and in cultures that honor saints through naming practices. Because of this association, Rozalia appears in historical records and in family naming traditions across some European communities.

Variants and cognates include Rosalia (Spanish, Italian), Rosalie (French), and Rozália (Hungarian). In Polish usage, Rozalia is typically pronounced with emphasis on the middle syllable, and it may yield familiar diminutives or affectionate forms depending on regional practices. The name has a long historical presence but remains relatively uncommon as a given name in modern times.

See also Rosalia.