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UK girl's name

Larosa

A feminine name derived from Spanish words meaning "the rose".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Larosa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Larosa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1353, with 27 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 40 births.

This profile covers 225 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 2011 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 68% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 224 living people in the UK are called Larosa. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Larosa ranked #1353 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 27 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2022, when 40 girls were registered as Larosa.
  • About 224 living people in the UK are estimated to have Larosa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#1353

2024

Births in 2024

27

Latest year

Peak year

2022

40 births

Estimated living

224

2026

Meaning

What does Larosa mean?

The name Larosa is derived from the Spanish language and has its roots in the Latin words "la" meaning "the" and "rosa" meaning "rose." The name likely originated in Spain or regions heavily influenced by Spanish culture during the medieval or Renaissance periods.

Larosa was initially used as a surname, referring to someone associated with roses, perhaps a rose grower or someone residing near a place abundant with roses. Over time, the surname transitioned into a feminine given name, reflecting the beauty and fragrance of the rose flower.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Larosa can be traced back to a 13th-century Spanish noble family known as the House of Larosa. The family held significant influence and owned vast lands in the region of Andalusia, where rose cultivation was prominent.

In the realm of literature, the name Larosa appears in several works of Spanish poetry and literature from the 16th and 17th centuries. Poets and writers often used the name as a symbol of beauty, grace, and love, drawing inspiration from the rose's symbolism.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Larosa. One such figure was Larosa de Vega, a renowned Spanish actress who lived during the late 17th century and was celebrated for her performances in various theatrical productions.

Another prominent individual was Larosa Martínez, a Spanish painter from the early 19th century known for her vibrant depictions of floral landscapes and still-life compositions featuring roses.

In the field of music, Larosa Guerrero was a celebrated Spanish opera singer in the late 19th century, captivating audiences with her powerful soprano voice and emotive performances.

Larosa Álvarez, a Mexican revolutionary and activist, played a significant role in the Mexican Revolution of the early 20th century, fighting for the rights of women and indigenous communities.

Lastly, Larosa Moreno was a revered Spanish-American author and poet who lived in the mid-20th century and gained recognition for her poignant works exploring themes of identity, love, and cultural heritage.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Larosa over time

The chart below shows babies named Larosa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2011 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Larosa, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 27 births in 2024, compared with 40 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Larosa
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Decades

Larosa by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Larosa was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #1219 155 5
2010s #3542 70 6

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FAQ

Larosa: questions and answers

How popular is the name Larosa in the UK right now?

In 2024, Larosa was ranked #1353 for girls in England and Wales, with 27 births registered.

When was Larosa most popular?

The peak year on record was 2022, with 40 babies registered as Larosa in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Larosa?

A feminine name derived from Spanish words meaning "the rose".

How many people are called Larosa in the UK?

A total of 225 babies have been registered as Larosa across the 11 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.