Oregon Trail era names but for girls

Rhea is an old-style creative name of the Greek mythological earth mother of all the gods. A lot better than the Roman equivalent: Ops.

To those who remember, Rhoda is still reminiscent of the brassy Bronx 1970s sitcom Rhoda Morgenstern. But Rhoda has a much longer history--it is a name that can be found in the New Testament as a servant girl in the house of Mary, mother of John. Later, Rhoda appeared in the novel Vanity Fair and the Shaw play Man and Superman.

Roberta has been one of the most successful feminization names, up at #64 in 1936. It's a name that's found all over children's lit, often nicknamed Bobbie or Robbie, though Bertie is another possibility. Notable bearers have included singers Roberta Flack and Roberta Peters--plus it's the birth name of Joni Mitchell.

Heard in Scotland, not in Schenectady.

As sweet-smelling as Rose but with an international flavour, Rosa is one of the most classic Portuguese, Spanish and Italian names, which is also favored by upper-class Brits, having an ample measure of vintage charm. Rosa has been on the popularity charts for every year that's been counted, especially popular from the 1880s through the beginning of the twentieth century.

Elegant and bright with plenty of flair, Rosalia this Sicilian Saint name is familiar in Spain and Italy. It refers back to the annual Roman ceremony of hanging garlands of roses on tombs, which could make it work as a commemorative name.

Rosalie hit its apex in 1938 and then slid straight downhill until it fell off the U.S. Top 1000 completely in the 1980s, only to spring back to life in 2009 as the name of a character in the Twilight series. The beautiful vampire Rosalie Hale has breathed fresh life back into this mid-century name, and the fact that the character is both sympathetic and relatively minor means Rosalie has the chance to thrive again as a baby name without feeling unduly tied to Twilight.

A feminine and fragrant member of the Rose family.

The kind of serious old-school name that sounds appealing again; perfect for the intrepid baby namer. More commonly spelled Rosamund but highly unusual these days in either version, with fewer than 20 baby girls named Rosamund in the US last year while Rosamond didn't even register with five.

Rose lovers today would probably prefer Rosemary, Rosamund, or even Rose itself, all more stylish variations of the name. Some may associate this form of the name with actress Rosanna Arquette and your mom may think of SNL's Rosanne Rosanna-Danna, though that reference is lost on millennials.

Rosannah is a feminine name that beautifully combines elements of the classic names Rose and Anna or Hannah. This elaborated form carries the romantic floral associations of Rose with the grace of Hannah, which means "grace" or "favor" in Hebrew. The name has historical usage dating back centuries, particularly in Puritan communities and rural America, though it has always remained relatively uncommon. Rosannah offers the melodic quality of its three-syllable structure with the appealing nickname options of Rose, Rosa, or Annie. The name evokes images of vintage charm and feminine elegance with its flowing sound. Parents seeking a distinctive yet recognizable name with traditional roots might be drawn to Rosannah's combination of familiarity and uniqueness, along with its subtle botanical connection and timeless appeal.

Rose is derived from the Latin rosa, which referred to the flower. There is also evidence to suggest it was a Norman variation of the Germanic name Hrodohaidis, meaning "famous type," and also Hros, "horse". In Old English it was translated as Roese and Rohese.

Roseanna is a feminine name that combines the classic 'Rose' with the graceful 'Anna,' creating a name that's both familiar and distinctive. With Latin and Hebrew roots, it essentially means 'gracious rose' or 'rose of grace.' This romantic, vintage name has maintained consistent though modest popularity throughout the decades, experiencing peaks in the 1950s. Roseanna offers the beauty of the rose symbolism with the enduring quality of Anna derivatives. Often associated with sweetness and femininity, the name appears in pop culture, notably in the 1970s hit song 'Rosanna' by Toto (though with a different spelling). Variations include Rosanna, Roseanne, and Rosana.

Forever -- or at least for a while -- linked to the onetime "Domestic Goddess", Roseanne Barr.

Rosena is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'rosa' meaning 'rose.' This elegant variation of Rose incorporates the popular feminine suffix '-ena' to create a more elaborate form of the classic floral name. Popular during the late Victorian era, Rosena has maintained an old-world charm while remaining relatively uncommon. The name evokes images of the rose flower, symbolizing love, beauty, and femininity across many cultures. With its melodic three-syllable rhythm, Rosena offers a distinctive alternative to more common Rose derivatives. Though it experienced a decline in usage through the mid-20th century, Rosena has appeal for parents seeking a vintage name with familiar roots but uncommon usage in contemporary settings.

Associated with the ancient Rosetta stone, this is also the pretty Italian pet form of Rosa.

Rosy-cheeked and cheery, Rosie (also spelled Rosy) has been standing on her own for many decades, back to the days of 1943 musical Sweet Rosie O'Grady. She's one of the perky nickname-names that are filling the popularity lists of other English-speaking countries. In the US, she came back to the Top 1000 in 2013, after a 30 year hiatus. In 2023, Rosie was one of the fastest rising girl names.

Rosina is a delicate feminine name with Italian and Latin roots, functioning as a diminutive of Rosa, meaning 'rose.' The name carries the beauty and fragrance associations of the flower it references, with the suffix '-ina' adding a touch of endearment and delicacy. Rosina appears in classical opera, most notably as the clever heroine in Rossini's 'The Barber of Seville.' While never reaching widespread popularity in English-speaking countries, it has maintained consistent usage particularly in Italian communities. Rosina offers a slightly more elaborate and romantic alternative to the simpler Rose or Rosa, with a melodic quality that resonates particularly well in musical languages. The name suggests femininity, grace, and classical beauty.

A fabled storybook name via the heroine of Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe (1819), which featured a heroine called Rowena of Hargottstanstede, and also a Harry Potter name, as Rowena Ravenclaw, founder of one of the Hogwarts houses..