Róza

Róza is a feminine given name used in Central Europe, including Polish, Hungarian, Czech, and Slovak naming traditions. It is commonly considered a local form or variant of Rosa/Rose and shares the same flower-based origin and meaning. The name derives from the Latin rosa, through various European adaptations and spellings.

In Polish, the form Róża is the standard for the flower name, while Róza appears as a related given-name form in some contexts or historical records. In Hungarian usage, Róza is a traditional female given name, often encountered in older generations, with diminutives such as Rózi; it is sometimes associated with the more common Hungarian form Rózsa. Across languages, Róza may be related to other cognates such as Rosa, Rosalia, and Rozalia, and it can appear in different spellings depending on local orthography and pronunciation.

Pronunciation varies by language and region, following the phonology of the respective language. The name is typically used as a standalone given name and can also appear in compound or double names, mirroring broader Central European naming practices.

Cultural usage of Róza reflects its status as a traditional or classic name rather than a recent popular choice in many communities. It is more commonly found in families with Polish, Hungarian, or Czech heritage and may be chosen for its cultural connection or aesthetic association with the rose.

See also: Rosa (name), Rozalia, Róża.