Rosalie

Associated with the rose, from Latin rosa.

The rose is at the heart of Rosalie. The name is a French form of Rosalia, ultimately connected with Latin rosa, “rose”; it is also established in German and Dutch, as well as English. Its floral connection therefore comes through a name tradition, with a different shape from the direct flower name Rose. Rosalie can feel romantic, like a rose image given room to unfold. The lingering -lie ending adds a light, singing finish to the fuller name. In English, ROH-zuh-lee puts the main emphasis at the beginning; German instead gives the final syllable the strongest stress. It may appeal if you like the recognisable flower association of Rose but prefer a name with a more expansive rhythm.

Etymology: A French form of Rosalia with Latin roots, also used as a German and Dutch form.