UK girl's name
Rosabel
A feminine name of Spanish origin meaning "beautiful rose".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rosabel is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Rosabel popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4056, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 7 births.
This profile covers 50 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2003 to 2023. 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 71% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 50 living people in the UK are called Rosabel. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rosabel ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 7 girls were registered as Rosabel.
- • About 50 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rosabel as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4056
2023
Births in 2023
5
Latest year
Peak year
2022
7 births
Estimated living
50
2026
Meaning
What does Rosabel mean?
The name Rosabel has its origins in the Latin language, with roots that can be traced back to the medieval period. It is a combination of two distinct elements: "rosa," meaning rose, and "bella," meaning beautiful. Literally translated, Rosabel signifies "beautiful rose."
In the early days, the name was predominantly used in regions with strong Romance language influences, such as parts of Europe and the Mediterranean. It gained popularity during the Renaissance era, when the symbolic significance of roses in art and literature was widely celebrated.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rosabel can be found in the 13th-century Spanish epic poem "El Cantar de Mio Cid." Here, Rosabel is mentioned as the name of a young woman who captures the heart of a nobleman. This literary reference highlights the name's association with beauty and romance.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Rosabel. One of the most renowned was Rosabel Green (1756-1834), an English philanthropist and social reformer who dedicated her life to improving the living conditions of the poor and establishing schools for underprivileged children.
Another prominent figure was Rosabel Adriana Guardiola (1918-2007), a Chilean artist and sculptor renowned for her abstract works and contributions to the development of modern art in Latin America.
In the realm of literature, Rosabel Rendu (1786-1856) was a French nun and author who wrote several influential works on education and social welfare. Her dedication to serving the underprivileged earned her widespread recognition and respect.
The name Rosabel also found its way into the world of music through Rosabel Miranda (1927-1995), a Cuban singer and actress who gained fame for her performances in Latin American cinema and on the Broadway stage.
Lastly, Rosabel Ayala (1935-2022) was a prominent Mexican writer and journalist known for her contributions to the feminist movement and her advocacy for women's rights in Latin America.
Through these diverse individuals, the name Rosabel has left an indelible mark on various fields, from philanthropy and art to literature and social activism, reflecting its enduring beauty and significance across cultures and generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rosabel over time
The chart below shows babies named Rosabel registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rosabel, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2023, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rosabel by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rosabel 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 | #3602 | 12 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5263 | 21 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4129 | 17 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Rosabel
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Rosabel: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rosabel in the UK right now?
In 2023, Rosabel was ranked #4056 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Rosabel most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 7 babies registered as Rosabel in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rosabel?
A feminine name of Spanish origin meaning "beautiful rose".
How many people are called Rosabel in the UK?
A total of 50 babies have been registered as Rosabel across the 12 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.