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Rosie

ROH-zee

Rosie (name) means a diminutive of the feminine given name Rose, also used as a formal given name. Example: “Rosie the Riveter became an icon of American wartime industry.”

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A diminutive of the feminine given name Rose, also used as a formal given name.
"Rosie the Riveter became an icon of American wartime industry."
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Etymology

Diminutive of Rose + -ie.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Rosie” mean?

The word “Rosie” means a diminutive of the feminine given name Rose, also used as a formal given name.

How do you pronounce “Rosie”?

“Rosie” is pronounced ROH-zee (/ˈɹoʊziː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Rosie” in a sentence?

Here is “Rosie” used in a sentence: “Rosie the Riveter became an icon of American wartime industry.”

What part of speech is “Rosie”?

“Rosie” is a name.

Is “Rosie” a common word?

“Rosie” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Rosie a nickname for Rose or a full given name?

Rosie functions as both a diminutive of the given name Rose and as a standalone formal given name in its own right. Many parents today choose Rosie directly rather than using it only as a shortened form.

What other names is Rosie a nickname for besides Rose?

Rosie is most directly tied to Rose as its base name, following the common English pattern of adding an -ie ending to create an affectionate diminutive. It is not typically used as a nickname for unrelated names.

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