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The Name Rose - Origin and Meaning of Rose
  



The Name Rose - Origin and Meaning of Rose


Gender

Feminine

Origin of the Name Rose

Latin or Old High German

Usage of the Name Rose

English, French

Meaning of the Name Rose

The name Rose is derived from the Latin word "rosa" meaning "rose". However, there is a theory that the name could be derived from the Germanic element "hros" meaning "horse".

Famous Bearers

Bearers of the name include Rose Lane (1886 - 1968), an American journalist, novelist, and travel writer; Rose McGowan (born 1973), an American actress; Rose Byrne (born 1979), an Australian actress.
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