Róisín Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Róisín means little rose. Diminutive of Irish Róis, a form of Rose, meaning little rose

Róisín means little rose, a diminutive of Róis, itself a borrowing of the English and Norman name Rose. It is also famous as Róisín Dubh, the Dark Rose, a song and poem from the sixteenth century that became a coded symbol of Ireland during times of political repression. This blend of floral prettiness and patriotic history gives the name a depth that many parents appreciate. Without the fada it appears as Roisin. The accent matters for pronunciation, marking the stress on the last syllable, which gives the name its soft, flowing sound.

Variants of Róisín

RoisinRosheenRoshin

Well-known people named Róisín

Róisín Murphy.

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