Rosebud
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Rosebud
Rosebud is a modern English compound name combining "rose" (from Latin *rosa*) and "bud" (from Middle English), literally meaning a young, unopened flower of a rose plant, symbolizing youth, beauty, and potential.
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Etymology
Rosebud is a modern English compound name combining "rose" (from Latin *rosa*) and "bud" (from Middle English), literally meaning a young, unopened flower of a rose plant, symbolizing youth, beauty, and potential.
The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in America, and gained notable cultural prominence through Orson Welles' 1941 film "Citizen Kane," where "Rosebud" is the mysterious final word spoken by the protagonist.
Rosebud currently ranks #9,444 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1921.
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